Is there a bounty on coyotes in NY?

In addition, there will be a $200 prize for the heaviest coyote weighed each day; $100 to a heaviest coyote turned in by a youth hunter (ages 12-15) and $100 to the heaviest coyote turned in by a female hunter. Finally, $80 will be awarded for all other coyotes weighed in during the 3-day hunt.

Are coyotes a problem in NY?

On average, 650 people are hospitalized and one person killed by dogs each year in New York State. Nationwide, only a handful of coyote attacks occur annually. Nevertheless, these conflicts are bad for people, pets, and coyotes.

Can I shoot a coyote on my property in New York?

All of Upstate New York is open for coyote hunting, and a hunting license is required to hunt coyotes. All of Upstate New York is also open for coyote trapping and a trapping license is required. The Environmental Conservation Law allows ‘problem coyotes’ to be killed at other times of the year.

What kind of coyotes live in New York?

Be Coyote Smart Coyotes are common throughout New York State, including urban areas. Recent sightings confirm that coyotes live in New York City and are active in the Bronx. Seeing a coyote for the first time can be an exhilarating or an alarming experience. If you see a coyote, do not panic.

Are there any Coyote conflicts in New York?

Coyote Conflicts. The Eastern coyote is firmly established in New York. They live in New York as an integral part of our ecosystems. People and coyotes can usually coexist if the natural fear of people that coyotes have is maintained. Pets and young children are typically most at risk.

What to do if you see a coyote in New York?

Coyotes and People. Children are at greatest risk of being injured by coyotes. If a coyote has been observed repeatedly near an area where children frequent, be watchful for coyotes and do not let a coyote approach anyone. Follow the steps outlined above. Potential does exist for coyote attacks in New York.

When did the Coyote become a game animal in New York?

Coyotes have been listed as a game and furbearing species in New York since 1976 and are protected by the Environmental Conservation Law.

How big is a coyote territory in New York?

Each family unit is made up of the adult pair and their pups from the current year. A family unit will defend a territory of 2 to 15 square miles against other coyotes. It is the territorial behavior of coyotes that limits their numbers in any one area. Across New York, the most commonly reported issues with coyotes were incidents involving pets.