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New Coyote Sighting Reported In Westchester
Coyote sightings have been on the rise in the Hudson Valley, prompting some pet-owners to be on high alert as they seek to protect their furry friends.
For coyotes, February and March mark the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors.
In Scarsdale, police received a report from a concerned homeowner on Wayside Lane on Friday, March 4 who stated that he found a coyote sleeping in his back…
Guidance On Avoiding Conflicts With Coyotes Issued By NY DEC
With coyote sightings on the rise throughout the region, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued new guidance on how to avoid conflicts between animals and people.
For coyotes, February marks the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors.
Researchers said that the season begins with mating, followed by pup raising, and then dispersal, leading to the rise i…
Is It A Fox Or Coyote? Here's How To Tell Difference, Audubon Says
Wild canines have been caught roaming through area neighborhoods in the region, causing concern for some and curiosity for others.
On Tuesday, Feb. 1, an animal was caught on camera making the rounds through the area, though it remains unclear whether it was a fox or coyote.
According to animal experts, coyotes are larger than foxes, with longer limbs, snout, and ears. Coyotes have a dog-like face and are generally much bigger than foxes, which have bushier tails and weigh less than their counterpart.
Officials noted that coyotes have a scruffy gray or brown coat, while foxes come in a va…
New Dog Making A Mess Of Things In Governor's Mansion, Cuomo Says
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's new dog is a handful, the frustrated governor from New Castle said at a recent news conference.
"I'm working through these issues with him, but he's still a friend,'' Cuomo said of Captain, his new pet at the Albany Mansion.
"I think this dog has an undiagnosed bowel disorder," Cuomo told reporters, noting that he won't poop or pee in temperatures below 68 degrees, and seems to prefer a mat or rug to urinate now.
"So now, it's just me and the dog," Cuomo said.
