Can wolves and coyotes produce hybrids?

Yes, wolves and coyotes can produce hybrids. Although they are distinct species, they are closely related and capable of hybridization.1

Since the late 1960s, scientists have documented the emergence of hybrid populations in eastern North America, often referred to as "coywolves" or eastern coyotes. Genetic analysis reveals that these animals are primarily of coyote descent but possess significant heritage from both wolves and domestic dogs. These hybrid forms tend to be larger than the average coyote, weighing approximately 4.5 kilograms (10 pounds) more.12