What to be mindful of during coyote mating season

January is the start of coyote mating season, which means we’ll likely see more of our wild neighbors out and about as they search for a mate. For many, getting a glimpse of these animals can be thrilling, but for some, it can be frightening. Combine that fear with the huge amount of misinformation out there about coyotes — especially on Nextdoor — and people can become even more on edge.

According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, coyotes are native to our state. They’re...