As our landscapes have changed over the years, coyotes have adapted to thrive in urban environments, creating unique challenges and opportunities for coexistence. In this episode, Dr. Colleen Cassady St. Clair unpacks why coyotes are so prevalent in our cities, discusses the challenges of living alongside them, and shares strategies for avoiding conflicts and interactions with these adaptable creatures.

Key Topics:

• The evolution of Alberta’s landscapes and its impact on wildlife
• The adaptability of coyotes in urban settings
• Common challenges arising from human-coyote interactions
• Effective strategies and management techniques for reducing conflicts with coyotes
• The role of public education in promoting coexistence

Guest:

Dr. Colleen Cassady St. Clair, Biological Sciences Professor at the University of Alberta

Resources Mentioned:

• 87.7% of Albertans reside in ‘Urban Municipalities’, including cities, towns, villages, summer villages, and specialized municipalities
• Calgary and Edmonton’s changing landscapes
• The negative effects of land use changes on wildlife
• Edmonton Urban Coyote Project website
• The Urban Wildlife Information Network
• How to avoid and prevent conflict with coyotes

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