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A three-year management study of urban coyotes (Canis latrans) by the LMU Center for Urban Resilience is being conducted in Culver City, CA in order to assist local government officials and residents in managing human- coyote conflicts. The study is in response to an increase in predation of domestic cats (80+) by local populations of coyotes. Our research has been focused on the ecological factors that have been drivers of the recent increase in predation events.

Multiple techniques were employed to better understand coyote behavior, including radio telemetry, diet analysis, remote camera trap systems, molecular analysis and direct observations. In addition, human social surveys were conducted in order to better determine resident attitudes towards coyotes and their management. Finally, formal and informal educational materials were prepared in order to inform local residents and students about safe coexistence with coyotes.

This poster provides an overview of findings and management suggests of the three-year study. Results include a strong relationship between the impacts of long-term drought and risk of predation by coyotes on cats.

Publication Date

Spring 2023

Core Results From a Three-Year Management Study of Human-Coyote Conflict in Culver City, CA with Suggestions for Conflict Amelioration

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