Yorba Linda often experiences coyote encounters due to its close location to Chino Hills State Park and the Santa Ana riverbed. The city’s residential areas provide food and water, attracting coyotes. However, coyotes usually live peacefully in these urban areas.
The City of Yorba Linda, Orange County Animal Care, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife do not support trapping coyotes. They found that killing or moving these animals is not effective. They suggest residents take steps to deter coyotes, with tips available on the City’s Coyote Awareness webpage.
The city does not use social media to track coyote sightings or activity. Instead, they ask residents to report coyotes that are not afraid of humans, appear sick or injured, or have attacked a human or pet.
Residents can report these incidents by contacting Orange County Animal Care at 714-935-6848.
In conclusion, while coyotes are common in Yorba Linda, they usually do not pose a threat. The city advises residents to deter these animals and report any unusual behavior to Orange County Animal Care.