Warnings of ‘territorial’ coyote at Hamilton conservation area

Hamilton hikers are being advised of a ‘territorial’ coyote spotted at Eramosa Karst Conservation Area. 

A release from the Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) warns of a coyote ‘showing signs of protecting his territory’ at the popular hiking area and is urging locals who visit the trails to be cautious. 

“Please respect the coyotes’ home – keep all dogs on leashes, and leashed dogs should be kept closely tethered to eliminate any perceived threat a dog may pose to a coyote,” reads the release from the HCA.

“Although it is not within a coyote’s nature to confront humans, continuous threats brought on by unleashed dogs can agitate a coyote and cause them to become aggressive with the dog to protect themselves and their territory.”

🚨 Wildlife Alert! 🚨 A coyote showing signs of protecting its territory has been spotted in the Eramosa Karst. If you are visiting the area, keep dogs on leashes and closely tethered and do not feed or approach coyotes. https://t.co/90L0HOBtjz

— Hamilton CA (@Hamilton_CA) June 27, 2024

The HCA also advises locals not to feed any coyotes they spot at Eramosa Karst or elsewhere, as it could make them more accustomed to human contact and more likely to approach other humans. 

For the time being, the HCA is also suggesting a switch to other nearby nature trails like the Dofasco 2000 Trail or Saltfleet Conservation Area to give the wildlife more space in their home. 

See more on the HCA website. 

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