Missouri Woods & Water - Hunting and Fishing Podcast

Coyote Denning Season With Torry Cook - Ep 316

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Missouri Woods & Water Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of coyote breeding, denning behaviors, and how hunters can use this knowledge to improve their success. Torry Cook, owner of MFK Game Calls and an expert on coyote behavior, shares his experience and research, helping hunters better understand the reproductive cycles of these adaptable predators. Thanks for listening!

Episode Notes

In this episode of the Missouri Woods & Water Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of coyote breeding, denning behaviors, and how hunters can use this knowledge to improve their success. Torry Cook, owner of MFK Game Calls and an expert on coyote behavior, shares his experience and research, helping hunters better understand the reproductive cycles of these adaptable predators.  Thanks for listening!

Key Topics Covered:

• The basics of coyote breeding patterns and the timing of estrus
• How coyotes select their den sites and whether they reuse them annually
• The importance of water sources and cover in den site selection
• The developmental stages of pups, from birth to independence
• Strategies for hunting during different phases of the breeding and denning cycle
• Misconceptions about coyote breeding frequency and year-round reproduction
• The impact of coyote population density on their behavior and response to calls
• How to identify and target specific coyote age groups and social structures
• The significance of understanding family "bust-ups" and dispersal in hunting tactics

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