CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi wants residents to exercise caution regarding coyotes near the Michael J. Ellis Beach and Seawall area of North Padre Island, according to a press release from the city.
Since Oct. 23, the city has received reports of four coyote bites within one mile of the beach access parking lot. Caution is strongly recommended due to the risk of the animal transmitting rabies.
The city has issued the following safety tips that regarding wildlife:
- Stay a safe distance from wildlife
- Do not feed or provide water for coyotes or other wildlife
- Remember not to leave pet food outdoors at night
- Cover garbage containers to keep animals out
- Do not touch or pick up dead animals with your bare hands
- Call 311 to remove any dead animals
- Teach children never to handle unfamiliar animals, even if they are someone else’s pets
Residents are encouraged to seek immediate medical attention if bitten by a coyote.
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