Tali Caspi, an urban ecologist studying coyote behavior, joins Christopher Schell, an environmental science professor, and Christine Wilkinson, a conservation scientist focused on coyotes. They discuss the rising coyote population in urban California and the alarming increase in encounters, including attacks on pets and children. The trio shares insights on how human activities impact coyote behavior, best practices for pet safety, and the crucial ecological role coyotes play in maintaining a balanced urban ecosystem.
