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Seattle's Coyote Population Explodes Due to Abundant Urban Food Sources

Coyotes have become significantly more prevalent in Seattle compared to surrounding wilderness areas, with populations nine times larger. This surge is attributed to the readily available food sources within the city, which require less effort for the animals to obtain. The urban environment has proven more advantageous for coyotes than their rural counterparts. AI

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Seattle's Coyote Population Explodes Due to Abundant Urban Food Sources

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