COYOTE

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