Coyotes
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Relative newcomers to Florida, coyotes (Canis latrans) are members of the dog family, referred to as the American jackal, brush wolf, or prairie wolf. They are now found in every county of Florida and range throughout North America and much of Central America. They play an important role in ecosystems and food webs.
Publications
Wildlife of Florida Factsheet: Coyote
Raoul K. Boughton, Bethany Wight, Raoul K. Boughton, andBethany Wight
Other Contacts: Martin B. Main andE. Hance Ellington
The Controversial Canine
Commonly Asked Questions About Coyotes in Florida
Martin B. Main, E. Hance Ellington, Mark Hostetler, andSteve A. Johnson
There are many perspectives and misconceptions regarding coyotes (Canis latrans) in Florida. Some people enjoy seeing and hearing coyotes and consider them important components of Florida ecosystems. Others consider them a nuisance or a threat. This publication provides basic information about coyotes and specifically addresses questions that we are commonly asked about coyotes. The intended audience is anyone who is concerned about or interested in learning more about coyotes in Florida.