Coyotes are a natural part of Florida’s wildlife and may occasionally be seen in Southwest Ranches.

While coyotes generally avoid people, understanding their behavior and taking simple precautions can help residents safely coexist with them while protecting pets and other vulnerable animals.

Coyote Basics

Check out these resources from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission:

Coyote Profile

Coyotes in Florida

Coyote Behavior

What’s all the Howl About?

Coexisting with Coyotes

Living with Coyotes

A Guide to Living with Urban Coyotes

How to Haze Coyotes (video)

Protecting Livestock from Coyotes

Keep Pets and Backyard Animals from Becoming Prey to Coyotes (FWC)

Protecting Livestock from Predators (UF IFAS)

Protecting Livestock from Predators (USDA)

Join an FWC Biologist for a free virtual coyote webinar and Q&A live at 7PM every second Tuesday of the month. Visit
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to learn more.

If you have questions about agriculture in Southwest Ranches, contact imcnulty@southwestranches.org or call 954-358-2550.