To what are coyotes related?

Coyotes are related to dogs! They belong to the Canidae family, which also includes domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, jackals, and other similar animals.

Here's a little breakdown:

* Order: Carnivora (meat-eating mammals)

* Family: Canidae (dogs and their relatives)

* Genus: Canis (includes wolves, dogs, and coyotes)

* Species: Canis latrans (coyote)

So, next time you see a coyote, think of it as a distant cousin to your furry friend at home!