With spring simply around the corner, mating season for coyotes remains in full speed, and also they are making their presence recognized. Local resident Gudrun Vogel snapped several photos of 2 coyotes as they made their way through yards in the Salem-Kenmarr neighbourhood in southeast Burlington on Friday afternoon (Feb. 10).
According to the City of Burlington, coyotes are a lot more visible currently of year because they are seeking food as well as a mate throughout the daytime hours.
Some tips for making yards much less eye-catching for prairie wolves:
Tidy up around or remove bird feeders which draw in rodents, one of the coyote’s primary food sources.
Store waste, compost and family pet food safely in an area coyotes can not access.
Set up blinking lights, movement sensing units and/or noisemakers outside your home.
Ensure rooms around/under decks and also sheds are closed off.
Residents can request an audit of their lawn for coyote attractants by city Pet Control team; please email at [email protected].
