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Coyote Project

Published on Nov 20, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

COYOTE

BY SPENCER OSEGUERA

REASONS WHY I CHOSE THE COYOTE

  • The organism is local to Flower Mound and I have prior knowledge about the coyote
  • I chose to research the coyote because of my familiarity with the coyote.
  • I was interested in seeing how the coyote affects other organisms and humans.

INVERTEBRATES

  • An invertebrate is an animal that does not contain a backbone
  • The coyote however is a vertebrate because it contains a backbone and is a mammal.
  • Around 97% of organisms are invertebrates and 3% are vertebrates.

CLASSIFICATION

  • Kingdom- Animalia Phylum- Chordata
  • Class- Sarcopterygii Order- Carnivora
  • Family- Canidae (Dogs jackals)
  • Genus- Canis (Dogs Jackals and Wolves)
  • Species- Canis latrans

HABITAT

  • The Coyote can live is adapted to several habitats
  • They can flourish in Deserts, Grasslands, and Forests.
  • There have been many spotted in urban areas and populated neighborhoods

NICHE

  • The Coyotes Niche or role it serves in society is to be an adaptable top predator.
  • No matter which habitat a coyote is living in, the coyote finds itself at the top of the food chain.
  • Coyotes thrive best in forest and grassland areas.

BIOME

  • The coyote can be found and can adapt as well as survive in many different biomes.
  • Biomes in which coyotes are found in are desert, grassland, and deciduous forest

PREDATORS AND PREY

  • The main predators of the coyote are the mountain lion, Wolfe, and the grizzly bear.
  • Coyotes are carnivores and will also consume insects, fruits, berries,
  • The coyote will feed on deer, elk, rabbits, birds, fish, snakes, and many more organisms.

HUMMAN USES

  • In some cases, Coyotes can be tamed to be friendly and protect humans.
  • Although this does not happen very often, it's an effective use.
  • Coyote attacks on humans are very rare.
  • They can be prevented by various tactics and being educated about the coyote

STATUS

  • The coyote is not endangered or threatened.
  • It thrives in most societies and serves as a top predator.

INTERESTING FACTS

  • The coyote has a very well developed sense of smell.
  • This allows the to track down prey and avoid predators in the process

COMMUNICATION

  • Coyotes will use various noises to communicate a message across.
  • They will howl, squeal, and growl mostly at dusk or dawn.
  • They will sometimes respond to sirens fire whistles during any time of day

RUNNING

  • Wolves can run for around 40 miles per hour
  • They can also detect hunters and predators from miles away.

OTHER INTERESTING FACTS.

  • Coyotes use holes for sleeping and eventually giving birth to their young.
  • Coyotes will usually hunt in small groups of around 2 to 3.

FOOD CHAIN