Coyotes: Fair game or in need of protection? – Shasta Scout

Coyotes: Fair game or in need of protection? – Shasta Scout

Photo courtesy of Joshua Tree National Park. Coyote territory ranges across the entirety of California, and residents who haven’t seen one have likely heard them howling or listened to a story about a friend or family member’s encounter. Often presented as tricksters in folklore, coyotes are intelligent, curious and very adaptable to survive in many habitats. They can also present challenges for agriculture and livestock producers by killing liv…