When you think about common land predators in North America, the first ones that often come to mind are mountain lions and coyotes. These predators are both strong and fierce carnivores that can dominate their given territory. However, you may wonder how these two animals compare to each other. Mountain lions are much larger in …
Coyotes need every bit of cunning they have to survive in the wild. Aside from dealing with the forces of nature, several large predators consider the species their primary food source. What are some of the dangers coyotes face regularly, and how do they defend themselves? Is the species on the verge of extinction? Floofmania …
Coyotes live in every corner of North America; from the entire expanse of the United States and well up into Canada and down south into Mexico as well as other Latin American countries. These animals live nowhere else. However, recent migration records indicate that they are continually moving south every year. In other continents, there …
Red foxes and coyotes share many similar characteristics but they are also very different in many ways. They are both members of the canine family and have similar diets, but they have different appearances, mannerisms, and behaviors. The discussion here focuses on red foxes, but it includes all foxes. However, it’s important to note the …
Coyotes are omnivores with an expansive diet consisting mainly of small prey like mammals and reptiles and small amounts of vegetables, fruit, and nuts. The coyote will generally adapt its diet as needed. In certain areas, different foods are available. The intelligent coyote uses these adaptation skills to hunt foods that accommodate its dietary needs. …
Coyotes are naturally unaggressive animals that are fearful of humans. However, they can be dangerous because they can carry rabies contagious to humans and household pets. According to the Center for Disease Control, rabies is a preventable disease found in wild animals, including the coyote. The contagious disease is fatal if not immediately treated. This …
Despite its iron stomach, the coyote is prone to developing many types of disease. These common diseases include mange, rabies, distemper, and much more. The type of diseases that coyote get vary based on their diet and genetics. Many coyote diseases will not get cured, given they do not receive medical attention. Some of these …
Coyotes use their paws in every aspect of their daily life. From traveling across different types of terrain to hunting and foraging food, coyotes rely on their paws to help them survive. A coyote’s paw prints are relatively easy to identify once you know how to tell the difference between different canine species. Although coyote …
Coyotes can potentially be pets if you tame them well from the time they are puppies. If you want to take in a coyote as a pet, you must adopt them from a wildlife refuge. Adopting a coyote from the wild can be dangerous because of potential diseases, aggressive tendencies, and special dietary needs. While …
Coyotes are crepuscular mammals that awake at dusk to hunt. The coyote is a mesocarnivore that hunts smaller animals at dusk, like deer and rabbits. They become active at dusk because this is when their prey is the most active. Changing weather conditions can impact the activity of the coyote. Coyotes will refrain from leaving …
Coyotes are great swimmers who swim to travel across water bodies, hydrate, and more. Water bodies are great sources of water and food for coyotes. The opportunistic canine will eagerly track small aquatic mammals in or around the water and hunt them. Coyotes have fantastic endurance and can swim at least half a mile before …
Coyotes are stealth hunters that are capable of catching most prey because of their speed. The coyote can run up to 43 miles per hour (69 kph). This is twice the speed of its prey, like the deer or bunnies. The speed of a coyote’s travel and endurance depends on its physical fitness, need to …
Coyotes rely on their excellent sense of smell to help them scavenge food from the wild. This wild canine is one of the smartest scavengers in the wild, known for sniffing out food and even digging underground for carcasses, worms, and rats. The coyote can pick up the odor of domestic and farm animals from …
Coyotes are great at digging holes, and there are many reasons that coyotes dig. The most common reason that coyotes use their digging talents is to create underground burrows where they raise their pups and hide from predators. They also use their digging abilities to tear apart and hide food. Coyotes dig for food like …
The coyote is an opportunistic hunter with an expansive diet that includes animals of all sizes. Most commonly, coyotes eat small mammals, house pets, and small livestock. Coyotes consume protein based on opportunity and stop hunting once they have had enough food. Depending on the number of coyotes hunting together, coyotes may try to hunt …
Unlike many other mammals, coyotes do not hibernate during the winter. Coyotes do not migrate during winter either. These canines are active animals who hunt for food year-round. In addition to being adaptive to their environment, coyotes’ fur helps them withstand even the most brutally cold temperatures. These animals are intelligent and use their perceptive …
Coyotes are highly territorial animals who become defensive when other animals intrude on their territory. The territory is chosen based on available resources, coverage, and nearby threats. The coyote is highly adaptive to their surroundings, and they can find sustainable territory anywhere they go. The wise coyote always considers the threats it may encounter before …
Coyotes must stay hydrated to survive. If they fail to consume enough water, they can grow dehydrated. If a coyote becomes dehydrated, it can become life-threatening. Luckily, coyotes are adaptive, and they can find a water source in any climate. The main water sources for coyotes are natural water bodies like ponds and rivers. Not …
Many folks who live anywhere near the forest have seen and heard plenty of coyotes before. Although shy around humans, they will appear if it means that they can get their paws on some scraps of food, so they aren’t too rare. They’ve seen our homes plenty, but we rarely ever get to see theirs! …
Coyotes do not possess the ability to hypnotize humans or any other species of animal, though they do have a whole host of unique skills to ensure their survival. They are extremely resourceful. While a coyote can build a den from scratch, they will often take over the abandoned home of animals such as the …
Coyotes are opportunistic hunters who can hunt in any weather conditions. The hunting methods of the coyote vary, working as a pack or individually to hunt their prey. The semi-nomadic coyote generally hunts in the same area every time and can negatively impact local deer populations. How Do Coyotes Hunt? Coyotes are opportunistic hunters that …
One of the most distinguishing features coyotes have from their canine cousins is their small, narrow, and pointy snout. Even though this is a rather diminutive feature for this type of creature, their jaws have an amazing and expansive range. Since these pack animals are both scavengers and hunters, their snouts, also called muzzles, are …
Coyotes are considered nocturnal, but in some places, they can be found awake during the daytime. Coyotes are often awoken by a loud noise while sleeping in their chosen rest area. The chosen sleeping area is not a permanent spot for the coyote. Coyotes often change their sleeping location every few days, if not daily. …
Coyotes are unique among the canine family. They only live in North America and are some of the most intelligent and cunning animals in existence. But, if you’re out and about in the great outdoors, it is possible to mistake them for other animals. So, what other animals look like coyotes? There are only a …
Coyotes are timid animals, and chances are, you will never get to feel the fur of one for yourself. That does not mean it is not interesting to know what it would feel like to touch coyote fur. Coyote fur (pelage) varies from grayish brown to off-white, with chest and belly areas usually white or …
People have many different interpretations of what the wild coyote represents. These spiritual canines are intuitive trickers known for their sneaky tendencies. Many cultures have their own renditions of these spiritual creatures. Coyotes have a significant meaning in the Native American culture. There are many folklore tales involving coyotes that represent the coyote’s adaptive personalities. …
Many things influence how big coyotes are. Overall, the health of a coyote is the most important factor in coyote size. Coyotes are medium-sized canines that vary in size based on gender and place in their social hierarchy. These scrawny dog-like animals can grow anywhere between 30-50 pounds. Depending on their gender, coyotes significantly vary …
The coyote species is a highly adaptive mammal that is a descendant of the wolf. This descendant of the wolf also has many similarities with the domestic dog. They are so similar you may even confuse the two! Interbreeding between species is possible and has resulted in the powerful coywolf. The coywolf is a coyote …
Coyotes’ bathroom routines are some of the most unique in the canine kingdom. Like many other canines, they use urination and defecation to mark their territory. The clever coyote establishes a bathroom area and will poop in the same place every time. Whether they are pooping on cross paths or in your backyard, coyotes likely …
No one can say for certain what coyotes see or how they see. Some studies have revealed a few of these mysteries and other experts guesstimate based on what we know about K9s in general. Regardless, coyote eyesight is an interesting and intriguing study. Although we may want to perceive coyotes from a human perspective, …
Coyotes are intelligent animals who live a highly social life. These communicative canines live in packs of up to six adult coyotes where they work together to defend their territory, coordinate nightly hunts, and raise the pups of their alpha coyotes. Each member of the pack has their own role and must live according to their pack’s …
Coyotes are beautiful canines that form deep, long-lasting connections with their mates. They enjoy a monogamous relationship with their partner and treat their pack as a family, protecting them, providing for them, and doing everything they can to keep each other safe as they raise one, cohesive unit. Mating season starts in December with many …
Coyotes look like big, cute, fluffy dogs but don’t be fooled! They are fierce hunters who are not picky eaters. This makes them a source of constant annoyance and fear for families with small children and pets living near or near the forest. Thankfully, there are simple ways to repel coyotes. But why do coyotes …
When many folks think of coyotes they instantly think of the moon and rightfully so! Coyotes are known for howling at the moon, but did you know coyotes and the sounds they make are not just limited to howling? There is an abundance of communication methods coyotes use to get their point across night and day! The surprisingly urban …