Seasonal foods of coyotes in southeastern Idaho: a multivariate analysis

摘要: Seasonal foods of coyotes ( Canis latrans ) inhabiting the Idaho National Engineering Laboratory site were examined using step-wise discriminant analysis. Significant differences P < 0.01) detected among seasons in food consumption by coyotes, where univariate statistical analysis failed to recognize differences. Recognition seasonal changes consumed is essential understanding coyote feeding strategies. The role opportunistic behavior plays selection on study area questioned.