Boulder, April 11, Thursday was National Pet Week. Today, instead of Featured Dog Of The Day, let’s chat about “PETS.” Fido, the AboutBoulder Canine Mascot                    National Pet Day, celebrated on April 11th every year, is a heartwarming occasion dedicated to recognizing the joy and companionship that pets bring into our lives. It serves as a […]

Is a coyote a dog? Or is a dog a coyote? Coyotes and dogs are distinct but closely related species. They both belong to the Canidae family, which also includes other species like wolves and foxes. Here’s a breakdown of their relationship: Coyotes (*Canis latrans*) are wild animals native to North America. They have distinct […]

I am still trying to decide if I saw a hybrid coyote or a LARGE coyote. Here’s what I found I know this whole concept was new to me. canine, cannid, and candea are all used for the dog-animals. I like canid. Hybridization among canids, including dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes, has been a topic […]

Boulder, Colorado, nestled against the breathtaking Rocky Mountains, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. However, it’s important to be aware of potential wildlife encounters, especially with the presence of coyotes in the area. Understanding coyote behavior and following safety tips can help residents and visitors enjoy the natural beauty of Boulder while staying safe. This […]

  All photos Lenny Lensworth Frieling Having coyotes in our Boulder suburban back yard is thrilling. Seeing them in daylight is a tad curious and certainly attention-getting. What has us puzzled is the SIZE of our latest visitors. This one, likely the large male, is the biggest coyote either Debi or I have seen. Even […]

  pic Lenny Lensworth Frieling Our Boulder yard has had foxes. We think there were three families displaced by recent significant commercial development at a major intersection in the East County. For a month or so we had foxes in the neighborhood. From kits playing in the road, looking like dogs playing with a tennis […]

Coyotes in Boulder: A Tail of Urban Wildlife and How to Stay Safe Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado, is known for its stunning natural scenery and diverse wildlife. Among its wild inhabitants, the coyote has a particularly intriguing story, evolving from a shy creature of the plains to a familiar […]

Last weekend in Tucson, Arizona, a university professor caught a coyote chasing a roadrunner, just like in the popular cartoons. “There is literally a coyote chasing a roadrunner. I can’t believe it. That is a straight up cartoon,” Bogan is heard saying in the video, referring to the classic cartoon feud between Wile E. Coyote […]

  Throughout the ages as human society has developed our planet and conquered new frontiers, people brought with them all sorts of things.  Including other species. Anthropogenic development has allowed other species to inhabit places once not accessible to them by riding on the metaphorical coattails of humanity.  In fact white-nose syndrome, which continues to devastate bat populations across […]