Coyotes at Millerton Lake
Dale Matson
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My primary reason for this trip to Millerton Lake was to try and find eagles to photograph. After about an hour on the Fresno County side of the lake, I drove across the river and entered on the Madera side of the lake.
I visited my usual spots and parked at “Eagles Nest” picnic area. There is a spot where I can see Golden Eagle activity from there with binoculars. However, this was a no-show deal.
As I was about to exit, I took one more look at a couple of trees frequented by bald eagles. Empty handed again.
As I made a U-turn, I spotted three coyotes right in front of my truck. I was able to take some photos out of the driver’s window. They seemed to be more interested in smells than my truck. Then they headed down toward the lake. I got some more photos and allowed them to wander off further toward the lake. Two of them actually laid down.
It was the best opportunity I have ever had to photograph the coyotes who are normally skittish and scamper off as soon as they see a human.
I had a running friend Kathy, who referred to coyotes as "God's dogs". Well Put, since they don't belong to anyone else.
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