Coyote

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the coyote?

• Canis rufus
• Canis lupus
• Canis aureus
• Canis latrans

What is the average weight of a coyote?

• 35-50 pounds
• 10-25 pounds
• 5-15 pounds
• 20-40 pounds

What is the average length of a coyote?

• 5-6 feet
• 3-4 feet
• 4-5 feet
• 2-3 feet

What is the average lifespan of a coyote in the wild?

• 2-3 years
• 11-14 years
• 7-10 years
• 4-6 years

What is the primary diet of coyotes?

• Small mammals and birds
• Fish and other aquatic animals
• Insects and small animals
• Fruits and vegetables

What is the scientific name for the eastern coyote?

• Canis lycaon
• Canis rufus
• Canis latrans
• Canis aureus

What is the average weight of an eastern coyote?

• 36-50 pounds
• 46-55 pounds
• 26-35 pounds
• 15-25 pounds

What is the average length of an eastern coyote?

• 3-4 feet
• 4-5 feet
• 5-6 feet
• 2-3 feet

What is the primary habitat of coyotes?

• Grasslands
• Forests
• Mountains
• Deserts

What is the average litter size of coyotes?

• 1-2 pups
• 7-9 pups
• 5-7 pups
• 3-5 pups

What is the gestation period of coyotes?

• 60-63 days
• 30-40 days
• 50-60 days
• 90-100 days

What is the primary predator of coyotes?

• Bears
• Humans
• Wolves
• Mountain lions

What is the average speed of a coyote?

• 21-30 mph
• 41-50 mph
• 31-40 mph
• 10-20 mph

What is the primary method of communication for coyotes?

• Physical touch
• Scent marking
• Visual cues
• Vocalizations

What is the scientific name for the Mexican coyote?

• Canis anthus
• Canis latrans
• Canis rufus
• Canis aureus

What is the average weight of a Mexican coyote?

• 36-45 pounds
• 15-25 pounds
• 26-35 pounds
• 46-55 pounds

What is the average length of a Mexican coyote?

• 3-5 feet
• 4-5 feet
• 2-3 feet
• 5-6 feet

What is the primary social structure of coyotes?

• Pairs
• Small family groups
• Solitary
• Large family groups