Species · GBIF taxon 6164224
Northeastern Coyote
Canis latrans thamnosAlso known as Eastern Coyote, Brush Wolf, Prairie Wolf, American Jackal
Northeastern coyotes are highly adaptable canids that thrive in a mix of forests, agricultural fields, and suburban landscapes. They communicate through a complex repertoire of high-pitched yips, howls, and barks, which often make a small pack sound like a much larger group. These intelligent predators live in close-knit family units led by an alpha pair, playing a vital role in controlling rodent populations.
NocturnalAdaptableCanid
Licensed referenceYathin S Krishnappa / CC BY-SA 3.0 · cc-by-sa
- diet
- Omnivorous (small mammals, deer, fruit, insects, and carrion)
- family
- Canidae
- threats
- Habitat fragmentation, vehicle collisions, and hunting
- life Span
- 10 to 14 years in the wild
LC
Can carry rabies and may bite if habituated; keep a safe distance and never feed them.
Capable of delivering a defensive bite if cornered, habituated, or defending a den, and can carry rabies, mange, or ticks.
Never feed or approach; stand tall and use loud noises to haze any coyote that gets too close.- Hazing: If a coyote approaches too closely, make loud noises, wave your arms, or throw small objects to maintain their fear of humans.
- Secure Attractants: Keep pet food indoors and secure trash cans to prevent habituation.
- Leash Pets: Always walk dogs on a leash, especially during the spring pup-rearing season.