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Encountering Coyotes: Signs of Coyotes

Coyote Size

Coyote size varies regionally. Coyotes can be broadly divided into eastern coyotes and western coyotes. Here in Portland, we have western coyotes. ​

Western coyotes are a little smaller, weighing about 25-40 pounds. Eastern coyotes are a little larger, but still relatively small (compared to a large dog or wolf). Eastern coyotes typically weigh more like 30-50 pounds.

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The differences between western and eastern coyotes can be difficult to spot. Watch a few moments of each video to see a western and eastern coyote in action.

Western Coyote

Eastern Coyote

Beyond the east/west delineation, there are actually 19 subspecies of coyotes (learn more here).
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