Coyote

A highly adaptable North American canid found in many habitats, including grasslands, forests, deserts, and urban edges.

Overview

Common Name

Coyote

Scientific Name

Canis latrans

Family

Canidae

Order

Carnivora

Class

Mammalia

Region

North American

Group

Mammal

Native Range

North America, Central America

Habitats

Grasslands, Forests, Deserts, Urban edges, Agricultural areas

Diet

Small mammals, Birds, Fruit, Carrion, Opportunistic foods

Conservation Status

Generally widespread; verify local conservation and wildlife management status.

Verification

needs_wildlife_review

Fun Facts

Coyotes are known for their adaptability.
They communicate with yips, howls, barks, and other vocalizations.
They can live in rural, suburban, and urban environments.
Coyotes are part of the dog family, Canidae.

Notes

This entry is intended as a general informational fauna reference.
Wildlife behavior, safety, and legal information should be checked with local wildlife agencies.

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