California city's coyote complaints plunge 76% after officials target feeding and trash

California city's coyote complaints plunge 76% after officials target feeding and trash

After years of mounting concern, Pasadena is seeing a sharp decline in coyote complaints. Officials say the massive drop suggests that reducing attractants (like food or garbage), rather than blaming the animals alone, can make a significant difference in how often people and wildlife come into conflict. What's happening? The city has logged 109 coyote reports so far this year, according to a memorandum from Public Health Director Manuel Carmona…