10 Curious Coyote Facts

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10 Curious Coyote Facts

1. Although coyotes resemble wolves, they are two completely different species.

2. Coyotes are monogamous and mate for life.

3. Coyotes can jump a distance of over 13 feet (4 meters).

4. The word "coyote" is from the Aztec root, cóyotl, meaning trickster.

5. “Coydogs” are a mix between coyotes and dogs.
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6. Some Native American tribes, such as the Chinook, Maidu, Paiute, Pawne, and Ute, portray the coyote as the companion of the Creator.

7. Coyotes are known as the most vocal of all wild mammals in North America.

8. Coyotes and badgers sometimes hunt together. The badger digs up the prey and the coyote chases it down.

9. Some urban coyotes have figured out how to use traffic lights. They will stop at a red light and walk on green.

10. A coyote can reach a top speed of 43 mph. A roadrunner’s top speed is about 20 mph.

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