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IMAGE: Urban coyotes that subsist on human food have more human-like gut bacteria which could affect their health, immune function and possibly even their behaviour, according to a U of A study.. view more
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A diet rich in human food may be wreaking havoc on the health of urban coyotes, according to a new study by University of Alberta biologists.
The research team from the Faculty of Science examined the stomach contents, gut microbiome and overall health of nearly 100 coyotes in Edmonton s capital region. Their results also show coyotes that consume more human food have more human-like gut bacteria with potential impact on their nutrition, immune function and, based on similar findings in dogs, even behaviour.