If you’ve ever heard the sound of a pack of coyotes howling then you’ve probably wondered just how close they are. You might even have wondered exactly what coyote tracks look like and if you would be able to recognize them.  Determining if you have come across coyote tracks or not can sometimes be difficult, … Read more

As many animals decline in numbers and area, the coyote has adapted well to human encroachment. Some of the traditional views of where coyotes lived before the arrival of European Settlers have been challenged lately by new scientific evidence. The fact that the coyote has increased the areas where they live, however, is not in … Read more

Coyotes (Canis latrans) are generally thought of as plains animals but their extreme adaptability has led them to inhabit much of North and Central America. Coyote Habitat Coyote habitats include prairies, and deserts, and recently (within the past one hundred years or so) it has expanded to cover forests, mountains, swamps, tundra, and temperate rainforests. … Read more

Highly intelligent and adaptable, the coyote has survived persecution that drove away the wolf, mountain lion, black bear, and other predators once found in much of the contiguous United States. The species maintains its numbers despite increasing human encroachment and efforts to eliminate them. Let’s take a look at the coyote’s average lifespan in the … Read more

Coyotes are wild canids that live throughout most of North America. They have many traits that make them recognizable, such as their colors, their size, and their behavior. What Colors Are Coyotes? Coyote colors consist of gray to light gray, red, and a peppered black and white mix. They have red on the tops of … Read more

Coyotes have an advanced social structure that helps them use strength in numbers to hunt for food, find shelters, and expand territories. However, not all coyotes join a pack, some remain solitary. Do Coyotes Usually Travel in Packs? Coyotes sometimes travel in packs. Not all coyotes join groups or packs, some stay solitary. However, many … Read more

Some animals in the wild have to hibernate through parts of the winter to survive. These animals usually have food sources that are not active or abundant during the winter months. By eating large amounts of fat and food before the winter, they can slow down their metabolism and conserve their energy to survive. However, … Read more

Communication is key. This is also true in the animal kingdom. Coyotes communicate in many different ways such as tail communication, chemical communication, and vocalizations such as howls and yelps. What Time of Day Do Coyotes Howl? Coyotes howl when they are warning other animals, making a kill, or defending territory. They are primarily nocturnal … Read more

Coyotes are an animal that has adapted very well. Despite the world changing around them, they continue to find ways to survive. This includes surviving in areas where human populations exist. Can Coyotes Jump a Fence? Yes, coyotes can jump over fences. They can jump into the air around 3-6 feet, and they are capable … Read more

I’ve come across many coyotes. Usually, they are quick to run away, however, they are not domesticated and should not be approached! Coyotes are canines that share many similarities with other canids, such as wolves, foxes, and dogs. The coyote is very resilient and has managed to grow its numbers despite being targeted by wildlife … Read more