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WHAT TO DO:

NYSDEC info:Coyote conflicts

NYSDEC info: Avoiding conflicts

Prevention Fact Sheet (Large)

Prevention Fact Sheet (Small)

To discourage the formation of undesirable coyote behaviors do not leave sources of food such as uncovered trash, bird seed on the ground under birdfeeders, or leaving pets outdoors and unattended. If you begin to see a coyote repeatedly take effort to discourage the animal from seeking food or lingering in your yard and neighborhood.

For more information regarding coyote sightings and human interactions, please go to Coyote Information

Sightings and Interactions

The sighting log is now complete. Previously, we have asked people to report observations of coyotes, particularly in Westchester County, NY using our on-line report form. We are no longer collecting general sightings of coyotes and thank all that reported sightings and interactions with tagged and untagged coyotes during the past 2 years. The information collected will be used to help describe the types of interactions that occur in residential or suburban areas of New York.

Tagged coyote sightings

We are still interested in any sightings of the study animials - coyotes with ear tags and/or radio collars. If you see a coyote with ear tags or a radio collar, please call or email Daniel Bogan or Paul Curtis to file a report. [Contact Information]

Coyote conflict

If you see a coyote in your yard repeatedly, please be sure to remove potential food sources to eliminate any attractants that may encourage the coyote to return. Potential food sources are uncovered trash cans and bird seed on the ground under bird feeders or other edibles. Be sure to keep cats indoors and safe and to be watchful when letting dogs outside, especially after dark. Thank you to all that have reported sightings and interactions with coyotes.

Contact your regional office of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation if you are concerned about interactions with coyotes and would like to speak with wildlife staff.

Tips on what to do:

Click on the following links for tips for avoiding and preventing conflict:

Please download the following PDF files for prevention tips. Feel free to print and distribute these files to neighbors and community members in the original form.

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