The color of the coyote's pelt varies from grayish-brown to yellowish-gray, while the throat and belly tend to have a white color. Coyotes typically grow to 30–34 inches in length, not counting a tail of 12–16 in. They stand about 23–26 in tall and weigh from 15–46 lb. Although coyotes have been observed to travel in large groups, they primarily hunt in pairs. They have become nocturnal with pressure from humans.
Fun Fact Though the coyote is the basis for the character of Wile E. Coyote in the Warner Brothers Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies animated cartoons, especially about the Road Runner, coyotes have not been known as yet to successfully attack greater roadrunners for prey.