Category: Other articles
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Oregon’s Ancient Coyote Heritage
by Gayle Highpine Coyotes have lived in every part of Oregon since time immemorial. How did the idea come about that coyotes are not native to Oregon? Throughout the state of Oregon, billboards display the logo of Spirit Mountain Casino, which is run by the Confederated Tribes of Grande Ronde. Over thirty tribes and bands…
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Cats, Birds, and Gratitude to Coyotes
by Gayle Highpine Cats are the number one human cause of bird deaths — more than all other causes (window strikes, vehicle strikes, pesticides, power lines, etc) put together . Cats are a major factor in the decline of North American songbird populations. If not for coyotes, the impact of this invasive species would be…