There’s been talk of mountain lions and bobcats, but the latest animal sighting in Santa Monica appears to be that of a coyote.
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The California Department of Fish and Game offers the following advice if you happen to see a coyote:
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- Do not run.
- Face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger by waving your arms.
- If necessary, throw rocks or other objects at the coyote to scare it away.
- If attacked, fight back.
Have you seen coyotes in the area? Tell us in the comments.
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