Landon Schofield

Justin T. French

John M. TomeÄŤek

William E. Grant

Hsiao-Hsuan Wang

Nova J. Silvy

Management Bulletin No. 4: Coyote Conundrums, Shedding Light on Coyote Behavior to Inform More Effective Management

A comprehensive study of coyote behavior on East Foundation’s San Antonio Viejo Ranch revealed that 88% of adult territorial coyotes disperse within a year, using complex behavioral strategies like transience and “biding” that make traditional population control methods largely ineffective. The research suggests that coyote management should focus on targeted, behavioral approaches rather than indiscriminate population reduction, such as using deterrent methods during sensitive times, improving habitat, and understanding the nuanced territorial dynamics of coyote populations.

Suggested Citation

French, et al. 2020. Coyote conundrums: Shedding light on coyote behavior to inform more effective managements. East Foundation Management Bulletin No. 4, 4p.

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