Navigating Arizona Fall Wildlife: Which Counties Are Facing a Surge in Coyote Sightings and Safety Advice for Residents

Tossing a coyote a leftover hot dog can actually get you a citation in parts of Arizona. That surprised me, because it sounds like a joke rule. It isn’t. State law bans feeding most wildlife inside certain city limits. The reason is simple. A fed coyote stops acting shy, and a bold coyote starts treating your patio like a snack bar. Fall makes this story even more interesting. Young coyotes born in spring leave their families around this time. They roam, scout new turf, and often wander ri