Coyote Information & Safety

Coyotes are part of the Southern California environment and are commonly seen in open spaces, neighborhoods, streets, and trails. The City encourages residents to report coyote activity, reduce attractants around their homes, and take precautions to help protect people, pets, and wildlife.

Coyote in open space

Report Coyote Activity

Use the Peninsula Cities Coyote Sighting and Reporting Portal to report sightings or incidents.

Report a Coyote Sighting

View Coyote Tracking Map

View reported coyote activity throughout the Peninsula.

View Tracking Map

Coyote Management Plan

Review the Peninsula-wide approach to coyote education, reporting, and response.

View Management Plan
For urgent or aggressive coyote behavior: Call PVEPD at (310) 378-4211. Dial 9-1-1 if there is an immediate threat to human safety.

How to Reduce Coyote Activity Near Your Home

Remove Food Sources

  • Never feed coyotes.
  • Bring pet food and treats indoors.
  • Remove fallen fruit and bird seed.
  • Secure trash with a locking lid.

Reduce Shelter & Attractants

  • Trim overgrown vegetation.
  • Remove wood piles, debris, and clutter.
  • Store necessary items off the ground.
  • Use compost containers that do not attract rodents.

Discourage Coyotes

  • Make loud noises if a coyote approaches.
  • Wave your arms and stomp your feet.
  • Use a hose, whistle, or pots and pans to scare coyotes away.
  • Work with neighbors to reduce attractants.

Pets & Coyotes

When Walking Pets

  • Keep dogs on a short leash, 6 feet or shorter.
  • Do not use retractable leashes near open space areas.
  • Pick up small pets if confronted by a coyote.

At Home

  • Do not leave cats or dogs outside after dark.
  • Supervise pets outdoors, especially at dawn and dusk.
  • Use a fully enclosed kennel if pets must be outside.

If a Coyote Approaches

  • Do not run.
  • Yell, stomp, and make yourself appear larger.
  • Throw small objects near the coyote, not at people or pets.

What Children Should Know

  • Never approach wild animals, whether alive or dead.
  • If a coyote approaches, wave your arms, stomp your feet, and loudly say, “Go away!”
  • Do not turn your back or run away.
  • Call for help and slowly leave the area while keeping the animal in sight.

Helpful Resources

Living with Urban Coyotes Brochure California Department of Fish and Wildlife Coyote Brochure PVEPD Home and Yard Checklist Coyote Community Meeting Video — June 30, 2021

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