The coyote has been classified as a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources since 1996. Coyote populations are greater than ever before in North America. Though attacks on people are extremely rare, the coyote has long been persecuted because of its predation on domestic or game animals. They also can cause damage to fields of ripe watermelons, honeydew melons, and other market fruits. Near cities, coyotes have been known to kill and eat pets left outside overnight.
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