Alex took this awesome picture of a coyote in Yosemite National Park. Coyotes abound in the park at the lower elevations and are very used to humans.
Like all animals in the park you should be mindful of their presence and protect your food. Not for you, for them. Animals receiving even the smallest bit of human food can become dependent on human hand-outs and trash. Sometimes they can be reconditioned to eat their native food but there have been instances where they had to be destroyed to protect the human visitors in the Park.
Thanks again for letting me use your photo, Alex. Great shot.
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One response to “Coyotes: Another of Yosemite’s Wildlife”
I worked in the valley about a decade ago. I lived in a tent in Curry Village. While in the park I saw every type of animal represented except for bears. Man, did I want to see a bear. I would sleep outside on the ground in areas that were known for bear sitings just so I could see one, but it never happened. I guess it was my odor that kept them away. I’m returning in a few weeks with my wife. I hope to see one this time. If you know any bears please put in a good word for me.