Not the original article (not in the position to dig for it now, but a quick Google search should reveal it. Here is some original research:

https://www.maine.gov/ifw/docs/Coyote%20Wolf%20Hybridization%20in%20Maine.pdf

I actually came across an article that stated Maine coyotes have 8% wolf DNA!

Who you calling “old”, whippersnapper? I prefer the term “experienced”…kick your ass at fiddlehead picking.😉

Six months past litter season, so I’m thinking the pups are also active.

I did not realize the coyote population here is so large! When I was growing up in town (Winslow) we never heard or saw coyotes. Of course, my sisters property in Fairfield is quite rural field and adjacent to trees so a perfect habitat for them. I am also wondering since it’s six months past litter season if I am hearing the pups getting ready to leave the den.

I’ve been reading up on Maines coyote population this evening. Interesting stuff, especially the wolf DNA measurements and conservation measures.

All good explanations.

And I do like the Purple Cow.

Nope. We didn’t have coyotes in the area when I was growing up around here (40+++ years ago)

Good point. Didn’t notice the full moon. Makes sense

Really? Check out something called “social media”. I hear it’s popular with the kids today. And almost free…

If some rich entitled asshat can get a following, surely someone fighting for social justice might get some traction.

They don’t.

Sounds like North Pond to me, but check the Registry of Deeds