Coyote On The Prowl
by Kathy White
Title
Coyote On The Prowl
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Kathy White
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Photograph - Photography
Description
The coyote is one of the few wild animals whose vocalizations are commonly heard. At night coyotes both howl (a high quavering cry) and emit a series of short, high-pitched yips. Howls are used to keep in touch with other coyotes in the area. Sometimes, when it is first heard, the listener may experience a tingling fear of primitive danger, but to the seasoned outdoors man, the howl of the coyote is truly a song of the west
Howling is a communication with others in the area. Also, an announcement that “I am here and this is my area. Other males are invited to stay away but females are welcome to follow the sound of my voice. Please answer and let me know where you are so we don't have any unwanted conflicts.”
Yelping is a celebration or criticism within a small group of coyotes. Often heard during play among pups or young animals.
The scientific name for coyotes means "Barking dog," Canis latrans. The bark is thought to be a threat display when a coyote is protecting a den or a kill.
Huffing is another sound for coyotes, usually used for calling pups without making a great deal of noise.
The coyote's tail is used in threat displays. It becomes bushy and is held horizontally when the coyote displays aggression. The coyote's hearing is very acute and is used for detecting prey and avoiding danger. Movement and position of the ears are used to communicate mood and rank. The coyote's sense of smell is highly developed and is used to detect prey and carrion. It is also used to detect the scent left by other coyotes as territorial markers.
A coyote travels over its range and hunts both day and night, running swiftly and catching prey easily. It has a varied diet and seems able to exist on whatever the area offers in the way of food.
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Kathy White
Thank you Mariola Bitner for the feature of our photograph in the Wildlife group. Much appreciated!! :)
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Kathy White replied:
Thank you so much John Bailey for the feature in Images That Excite You! What a fitting group for this photo...It was exciting to see this...
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