Collection: Coyote - Summer

The coyote ( Canis latrans ) is an opportunistic carnivore that is becoming increasingly widespread in Quebec. In summer, it frequents forests, countryside, meadows, and even suburbs, taking advantage of the diversity of available prey. Active mainly at dawn and dusk, it feeds on rodents, insects, fruit, birds, and sometimes carcasses. Its shorter, lighter coat in summer allows it to better manage the heat. The coyote is an extremely adaptable animal, capable of discreetly coexisting with humans. Although it sometimes arouses fear in rural areas, it plays an important regulatory role in the ecosystem by controlling small animal populations. Summer is also the season when young coyotes leave the den to learn to hunt. Better understanding coyote behavior helps encourage respectful coexistence and enhance its natural place in Quebec's biodiversity.