What does a coyote look like?
Coyotes are much smaller than wolves, even though they have a similar shape. They are scavengers mostly, but occassionally hunt. Their skinny frame is a sharp contrast to the larger build of a wolf.
Coyotes have thick furry tails and long snouts with long pointy ears to listen for predators, prey, and other coyotes.
Some basic information about coyotes:
- Weight: 20 lbs to 30 lbs
- Length: 2 ft. to 3.5 ft.
- Tail: 12 in. to 16 in.
- Speed: Bursts of up to 45 mph
- Lifespan: 10 to 14 years
• small, dog-like, looks like a cross between a fox and a German Shepherd • average weight – 9-14 kg • length – 0.75 m – 1 m • coats are generally brown; some with reddish tinges • has a bushy tail that is 30 – 40 cm long, with a distinctive black tip • yellow eyes that help them see well in low light. • ears are large for their body size • have a distinctive, quick gait, and run with their tail down; can run at speeds up to 64 km/hour for short distances.
