According to Washington officials, a 5-year-old youngster was almost pulled into the woods by a coyote before his mother intervened.
It was at 6 p.m. when the incident occurred. In Renton’s Maplewood Heights area on Tuesday, December 31, according to a news release from the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. From Seattle, Renton is around a 10-mile drive to the southeast.
According to investigators, the youngster was bitten in the upper torso by a coyote, which then attempted to pull him into a green belt.
According to investigators, the coyote released the youngster but remained in the vicinity after his mother hurried to halt the untamed animal after witnessing what had transpired.
According to officials, the child’s injuries were not life-threatening, so they sent him to a hospital.
According to officials, the animal retreated into the trees as wildlife officers attempted to locate it and kill it.
Things you should know about coyotes
According to National Geographic, coyotes can be found practically anyplace in North America, including in suburbs and cities.
The primary factor contributing to the coyote’s success is its adaptability. Because they consume such a diverse variety of foods, coyotes are inherently flexible, according to National Geographic. It will consume lizards, insects, or even trash if it is unable to locate mice or voles.
Experts advise avoiding confrontations with coyotes in the following ways:
Avoid feeding coyotes: If you feed a coyote in a residential area, it may become less afraid of people.
Avoid letting pets roam free: If there are coyotes in the area, keep your pets on a leash.
Instead of running away from a coyote, you should yell at it, wave your arms, or toss something at it.
A peaceful coyote should not be agitated or hazed. If it is avoiding people or pets, leave it alone.
Report aggressive coyotes: Inform wildlife officials if the coyote doesn’t exhibit fear of people.
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