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GAP Analysis Predicted Distribution Map

Coyote (Canis latrans)

Species Code: CALAT

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Breeding Range Map
The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only.
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Predicted breeding range

= Core Habitat
= Marginal Habitat

 

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Breeding Range Map
The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. The habitats were identified using 1991 satellite imagery, other datasets and experts throughout the state, as part of the Washington Gap Analysis Project.

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Habitat

Coyotes are present and common in most of Washington except the islands, and has been seen recently on Bainbridge and Whidbey. Prefers open habitat and forest edges and readily uses open forests and extensive burned or clear cut areas. Found in agricultural lands, and at the edges, and sometimes well into, developed areas.

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All zones are core and all habitats are good except closed forest in forested zones, development, and bare ground in Alpine/Parkland.

Translated from the Washington Gap Analysis Mammal Volume by Dave Lester
Design by Tim Knight