Female Coyote – Nikon D300, f8, 1/640, ISO 400, +0.3 EV, Nikkor 200-400mm VR with 1.4x TC at 314mm, not baited or called in, natural light
I look at this image and I see intelligence in the Coyote’s eyes. I see a warm-blooded creature who is doing what it needs to do to survive. I see a female who is nursing pups. I see beauty.
Photographed on Antelope Island State Park.
Mia
Oh, yes. Very beautiful, and wise.
i’m always catch my breath when i see them in our NJ neck of the woods…which seems to populated (even in the far northwest corner) compared to the southwest landscape where i grew up.
Zephyr, Coyotes still make me catch my breath when I see them and I see them often. They are magnificent. Thank you.
It is always a treat to see the coyotes of Antelope Island through your excellent portraits. They must have an affinity for you. Do you think that they recognize you?
Julie, I don’t think the coyotes recognize me but some are more cooperative than others. Today I didn’t see any on the island. Thanks for your comment.
Nicely said, and photographed, Mia. These much-maligned animals deserve far more respect and appreciation.
Mel, I agree, Coyotes do deserve more respect and appreciation. When they are killed the rodent population goes up and then people poison the rodents, not a natural balance at all. Thanks for your comment.
Awesome!
Thanks Susan!
Such a gorgeous image of a beautiful creature!
Beverly, thank you for your kind comment on this Coyote image.
She really is a beauty,you’ve done well capturing that beauty!
Thank you very much Amila.
She’s is a stunning creature! Fantastic photograph! I like how she is looking right at you.
Thanks Julie, I love the amber colored eyes on Coyotes.
She IS a beauty Mia. Lovely photo! I saw 3 coyotes right outside my gate when I was leaving for the airport at 5:30 this morning. Coyotes are protected in Corrales where I live. On a related note, we have NO feral/stray cats.
Linda, I wish that Coyotes were protected in many more areas. It is a crime to kill a dog, Coyotes are canines so it ought to be against the law to kill them too.
Such a beautiful photo. The lighting is perfect. He looks so intent. Carol
Thank you Carol. She was intent on finding some food!
Just beautiful!
Thanks Judy, they sure are wonderful creatures.
Love the eye contact in this photo. You have captured this coyote beautifully!!
Thanks Tammy, I thought the Coyote was very beautiful.