Relocate Coyote
Contrary to what many people think, relocating coyotes is neither a humane nor an effective way to solve coyote problems. Trappers frequently charge high fees to trap and relocate coyotes living in urban areas. These animals often are lactating females. Days after the captured animal has been transported and released far away, homeowners may hear the cries of hungry orphans or smell the odor of dead animals.
Even in cases where the animal isn't a lactating female, relocating coyotes usually results in suffering and death. Relocated coyotes rarely survive more than two weeks in an unfamiliar territory. They’re unable to successfully compete for food and shelter with the existing population of wildlife in that area. Disoriented and seen as an invader, the relocated coyote usually dies of starvation or from injuries inflicted by other wildlife. Also, many relocated coyotes get hit by cars while crossing unfamiliar roads in an attempt to return home.
In addition to being inhumane, relocating coyotes also is ineffective. Nature hates a vacuum. If one coyote is removed, another from the surrounding area soon takes its place. Even in urban areas, there is an unlimited supply of coyotes searching for unoccupied territory.
Instead of relocating coyotes, the most effective way to solve a coyote problem is to identify the concentrated food source and/or den site attracting the animal to the property. Many coyote problems can be solved simply by eliminating access to bird seed, pet food, compost and other food sources. Den sites such as openings under a deck or shed should be secured with heavy gauge welded wire mesh, after the coyote has been humanely evicted.
Call 911 Wildlife today for expert advice on ways to quickly and permanently solve coyote problems.