Relationships of humans and Coyotes have never been cloudless. Since the time of the first European settlements, humans tried to eradicate this wild canine. The Coyote often preyed on livestock and posed a serious threat to farmers. It remains a mystery how the Coyote has survived all the managing means that humans used to protect cattle. Individuals tried to shoot Coyotes and trap them. However, these attempts turned out to be of little success.
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Starting from the 20th century, farmers realized the futility of managing the Coyote separately. Collective Coyote management seemed to be the only way out. Governments started to launch expensive programs aimed at Coyote elimination. Poisoning the carcasses of dead livestock was one of the means employed in these programs. Farmers also made use of traps and fences.
A rapid expansion of the Coyote and a high adaptability of the species slowed down the process of managing the predator. Nowadays, the population of Coyotes remains significant. People are seeking ways to solve the problem and guard livestock from this wild predator.
However, humans do realize the importance of this animal for the ecosystem. Coyotes are an essential link in the food chain of the ecosystem. They exterminate pests and rodents, which is beneficial for agriculture. Coyotes also have other economic values for humans. Their fur is used in coat and pelt' production.
Coyotes - Conservation
Due to their economic value, Coyotes are protected in some areas. The species does not have a special conservation status. Despite their growing populations, Coyotes do face a number of threats in the wild. Humans are the number one enemy for the species. It also suffers from traffic and diseases. Natural predators such as the wolf, bear, mountain lion, and eagle also hunt coyotes.
Coyotes - Links
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Books: Coyote Predation of Livestock - Coyotes cause over 75 per cent of the predation losses of livestock in Alberta. This book helps livestock producers prevent or reduce losses from Coyotes and other predators.
Canis latrans - Coyote - Geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, and other comments.
Coyote (Canis latrans) - Species account from the Canid Specialist Group.
Coyote Control in Alabama - As the Coyote population increases, the number of landowner complaints about Coyote damage also increases.
Coyote Predation - Evaluating predation by Coyotes and photos on identifying predation of Coyotes.
Coyote Safety Precautions - Nationally there have been a few instances of Coyotes attacking humans with most being on very young children. Get the tips for self-protection.
Coyotes - Description, geographic range, diet, breeding, habitat, and status of the Coyote.
Coyotes - Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation - In the western United States, Coyotes are the main predator of domestic sheep, causing significant losses in select areas.
Coyotes - Nebraska's Wildlife Page - Read about the habits, habitat, and threats to mortality of this member of the dog family. Hear the plaintive howl.
Coyotes and Practitioners - Practitioners may deal with animal owners whose pet(s) were attacked or lost to Coyotes. Learn more about this predator and how to reduce Coyote related problems.
Coyotes in Connecticut - Factors that may have contributed to the Coyote's rapid range expansion and management ways.
Coyotes in Michigan - Life history, Coyote-Human Interactions, and links.
Georgia Wildlife: Canis latrans - Classification, species description, life cycle, natural history, range, and conservation status.
Managing Coyotes in Kentucky - Approach to managing Coyote problems, status in Kentucky, and other information.
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Missouri's Coyotes - A guide to management, nuisance prevention, and damage control.
New Bedford Buttonwood Park Zoo Coyote - In spite of years of attempts to control their populations, Coyotes continue to expand their range.
Preventing Coyote Predation on Private Land - Coyotes often attack domestic livestock, which is frustrating and costly. This fact sheet provides information about methods of preventing Coyote predation on private land.
San Diego Natural History Museum: Coyotes - Range and habitat, and natural history.
San Francisco Zoo: Coyote - Physical characteristics, habitat/diet, social behavior, and status in the wild.
The Coyote (Canis latrans): Florida's Newest Predator - This publication examines the current status of the Coyote, Florida's newest fur-bearing predator.
The Coyote in New York State - The Coyote has been present in New York State for about 70 years. As with its western cousin, the eastern Coyote has been the object of much controversy as well as curiosity.
The Eastern Coyote in Nova Scotia - Despite its value as a furbearer, game animal and as a source of pleasure to wildlife enthusiasts, the Coyote is the target of considerable ill feeling and misunderstanding.
The Eastern Coyote: Preventing Predation - Livestock predation in Ontario has increased over the past few years to the point where in some cases it threatens to put farmers out of business. Producers must use a variety of management techniques and control measures to be effective.
When Coyotes Become A Nuisance - Information on the damage caused by Coyotes and management means.
Why Coyotes Become Predators - An article on Coyotes.
Wildlife in Connecticut - Coyotes - Find out how to identify the species and where it occurs in the state. Discusses management of animals near human populations.
Yellowstone's Coyotes - Yellowstone's Coyotes (Canis latrans) are among the largest Coyotes in the United States. Learn more about the species and dangers it presents.
