Coyotes: Wild & Free

Coyotes have continued to expand their range in Oregon and thus human vs. coyote issues have been multiplying. Understanding the coyote’s ecology is critical to learning how to manage both the animal and ourselves in order to minimize conflicts. Come learn about these fascinating animals and their management in our neighborhoods on the urban/wildland overlap.

Originally aired on May 12, 2020

Instructor: Dana Sanchez, Associate Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

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