Sage (Coyote)
Canis latrans
Coyotes are one of the most
successful large mammals to adapt to human interaction. They thrive living off
of human rubbish, a dependable food source.
They are about 4 feet long including their tail; they stand as high as
24 inches. They can weigh from 20-50
pounds. Their snout is long and slender. Their eyes are a piercing yellow to amber
color. If left to their own devices,
they are great at controlling ground squirrel and rodent populations. Sadly because of their reputation as a pest,
we are only able to rehab a few coyote puppies each season—only as many as we
have places to release them.
Sage was over one year old
when it was reported to Calif. Dept. of Fish and Wildlife as an illegal pet.
The resident surrendered it to us. It is very used to being around people and
so is unable to be placed out in the wild.