Coyote Sightings May Increase Locally As Mating Season Starts

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife says citizens may start seeing coyotes more often and offers precautions to avoid conflicts should you encounter one. February and March is the winter mating season for coyotes and they tend to roam more during these times to establish territories and search for mates. Coyotes usually are timid around people but are protective of their dens. People should not panic if you see a coyote while out walking your pets. Coyotes are curious and sometimes will follow people or dogs if they are near their territory or getting too close to their pups. More information can be found at fw.ky.gov.