In its efforts to educate the public about coyotes’ population, their habits and behavior, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has provided tips on how to avoid coyote encounters.

Coyotes, although considered as valuable members of the environment, can occasionally kill livestock and domestic pets. That said, authorities have urged residents to take necessary precautions should they experience a close encounter with these wild animals. They may also review the information on DuPage County’s website on how they can protect their family and pets from coyotes.

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