Coyote attack

Coyote attacks are events where coyotes attack humans. While these attacks are uncommon and rarely cause serious injuries, they have been increasing in frequency, especially in California. Although media reports generally identify the animals as simply "coyotes", some attackers in northeast North America may be hybrids known as coywolves.

A summary of the reported incidents below, as of September 16, 2023:

Fatal People Area Time Period Count
Yes All North America All years 2
No Minors California 1978–2003 35
No Adults California 1979–2003 45
No Minors California 2010–present 15
No Children States outside California 1997–present 32
No Teenagers States outside California 2010–present 5
No Children Canada 2009–present 10
No Teenagers Canada 2003–present 5
No Adults California 2016–present 6
No Adults States outside California 2008–present 79
No Adults Canada 2010–present 19
No Adults Mexico 2018–present 1