Lake County Gazette

Coyotes are present across Illinois, including in rural, suburban, and urban environments. According to wildlife officials, it is normal to see coyotes resting or moving through areas such as backyards, golf courses, parks, or fields. Daytime sightings of coyotes are also common.

Officials state that coyotes generally do not pose a threat to people if they are left alone and not fed by humans or injured. "As long as they are given their space, and they are not injured or being fed by people, coyotes do not typically pose a threat to people."

For those seeking more details about coyote behavior in cities and suburbs, the Urban Coyote Project provides additional information.