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Coyote

Biology:    Originally found in relatively open habitats, coyotes have adapted to and now exist in virtually every type of habitat, arctic to tropic, in North America.  Coyotes are capable of hybridizing with dogs and wolves, but reproductive behaviors generally make it unlikely.  Coyotes are most active at night and during early morning hours, especially near humans.

Mating Habits:   Usually breed in February and March.  Females sometimes breed during the winter after their birth, if food is plentiful.  More than one litter may be found in a single den.

Gestation Period:   60 – 63 days is typical.

Birthing Times:   Late April and May.

Litter Size:   5 – 7 pups is typical, however, up to 13 in a litter has been reported.

Life Span:  Approximately 10 – 12 years.

Foods:  Diet consists of rabbits, carrion, rodents, deer, and insects.  Also eat fruits, berries, and other vegetation when available.  Coyotes have also been know to feed on cats and small dogs.

Hibernation:   Coyotes do not hibernate.

Legal Status:  Not protected by federal law, but state & local regulations may apply.  These laws are not uniform from state to state and may change frequently.

Catch & Release Status:  It is ILLEGAL to release this or any animal on the land(s) of another without written permission from the landowner.  This is the LAW in the state of Ohio.