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Coyote Spotted In North Wildwood
North Wildwood police have received several reports of a coyote spotted by residents, authorities said.
Coyotes are opportunistic feeders, and pet owners should use caution when letting out their cat or dog, police said.
As a precaution, please keep your indoor/outdoor cats inside for the next several days, police said on Wednesday, April 5. When walking your dogs, remain vigilant to your surroundings, and keep them close to you.
Coyotes are generally nocturnal, but it is not uncommon to see them during daytime hours. Coyote attacks on people are very rare, as they are mostly skittish of …
Rabid Coyote Found At Morris County Park
A coyote that tested positive for rabies was found at a Morris County park, authorities said.
The animal was found in Tourne County Park in Boonton and recently tested positive, Denville Police said in a release on Friday, July 29.
“We urge residents not to feed, approach or permit their pets to interact with coyotes or other animals which are potential carriers of rabies, particularly those which appear sick”, said Dr. Carlos Perez, Jr., Denville Township’s Health Officer.
In addition to coyotes, common carriers of the rabies virus include raccoons, skunks, foxes, woodchucks, bats, a…
New Coyote Sighting Reported In Scarsdale
Coyote sightings have been on the rise in the Hudson Valley, prompting some pet-owners to be on high alert as they seek to protect their furry friends.
For coyotes, February and March mark the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors.
In Scarsdale, police received a report from a concerned homeowner on Wayside Lane on Friday, March 4 who stated that he found a coyote sleeping in his back…
Guidance On Avoiding Conflicts With Coyotes Issued By NY DEC
With coyote sightings on the rise throughout the region, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued new guidance on how to avoid conflicts between animals and people.
For coyotes, February marks the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors.
Researchers said that the season begins with mating, followed by pup raising, and then dispersal, leading to the rise i…
Uptick In Coyote Sightings Now Being Reported In Region
Coyote sightings have been on the rise in the Hudson Valley, prompting some pet-owners to be on high alert as they seek to protect their furry friends.
For coyotes, February marks the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors.
Researchers said that the season begins with mating, followed by pup raising, and then dispersal, leading to the rise in sightings in recent weeks.
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