![]() It is also common to see coyotes out during the day. So if you see a coyote resting in or crossing a backyard, golf course, park, or field-that is normal coyote behavior. The nocturnal yaps and howls of coyotes may be their most distinguishing characteristic.Ĭoyotes are found throughout Illinois-in rural, suburban, and highly urban areas. Instead of having brown irises, like most dogs, a coyote’s eyes are a striking yellow color with large, dark pupils A coyote’s eyeshine is greenish gold. Illinois coyotes are usually larger than those from the western United States. They typically weigh 20 to 40 pounds but sometimes weigh up to 55 pounds. Some of the color variation in Illinois coyotes is due to hybridization with domestic dogs.īecause of their long fur, coyotes are often mistaken as being much larger than they actually are, especially during the winter when their fur is thicker.Ĭoyotes are 23 to 26 inches high and 3 to 4½ feet long. The fur often has a tinge of red behind the ears and around the face, but fur color varies among individuals. ![]() Photo: Micahel Heimlich It isn’t uncommon to see coyotes during the day in urban areas.Ĭoyotes’ fur is typically gray to yellow-gray, with guard hairs tipped in black. Contact an IDNR District Wildlife Biologist.Rare Visitors to Illinois: Cougar, Wolf, and Black Bear. ![]() Repair Damage: What to Know Before Making Repairs. ![]()
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