Coyote Adaptations and Population Dynamics

The video discusses the impact of wolves and bears on coyote populations in Yellowstone. With the reintroduction of wolves and the presence of bears, coyote numbers have decreased significantly. However, coyotes demonstrate remarkable adaptability by shifting their focus to smaller prey. Outside Yellowstone, coyotes thrive by expanding their range and adapting to human environments.

What was the effect on the coyote population when wolves and bears were scarce in Yellowstone?

• The coyote population decreased.

• The coyote population remained stable.

• The coyote population increased significantly.

• The coyote population was unaffected.

What is the primary reason for the decline in coyote numbers after the reintroduction of wolves?

• Coyotes moved to other regions.

• Wolves and bears directly hunted them.

• Coyotes could not find enough food.

• Coyotes were captured and relocated.

How have coyotes adapted to the presence of larger predators in Yellowstone?

• By migrating to other areas.

• By focusing on smaller prey like voles.

• By hunting larger prey.

• By forming larger packs.

What characteristic of coyotes allows them to quickly catch voles?

• Their swift reflexes and sharp hearing.

• Their sharp vision.

• Their strong sense of smell.

• Their ability to dig quickly.

What is a challenge coyotes face when hunting smaller prey?

• They have to compete with bears for smaller prey.

• Smaller prey are harder to catch.

• They need to catch more to feed themselves and their families.

• Smaller prey are more dangerous.

How have coyotes managed to thrive outside of Yellowstone?

• By avoiding human habitats.

• By adapting well to human environments.

• By relying solely on larger prey.

• By forming alliances with other predators.

In what way are coyotes different from larger carnivores in terms of habitat adaptation?

• They have not expanded their range.

• They have adapted well to human habitats.

• They prefer isolated areas.

• They rely on a single type of prey.