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How long does a coyote last?

Typical lifespan
6–14 yr

A mid-sized North American canid that has expanded its range as wolves have contracted theirs.

How that compares

Coyote against things of a similar time.

Coyote 6–14 yr
Mattress 6–12 yr
Television 6–12 yr
Gray wolf 6–16 yr
Vacuum cleaner 5–12 yr
Office chair 4–15 yr
Gas grill 5–15 yr
Computer monitor 5–12 yr

What that means over time

Assuming the typical lifespan above and immediate replacement.
Period How many you would buy
Per year 0.125 replacements
Over 10 years 1.3 of them
Over a 30-year mortgage 3.8 of them

Lifespans are medians under ordinary use, not guarantees. Maintenance, how hard it is used, and build quality move individual examples a long way in both directions — which is why the range above is as wide as it is.

More about a coyote

Common questions

How long does a coyote last?
A coyote lasts 6–14 yr.

Related pages

Sources

  1. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History — Smithsonian Institution

How these figures are compiled and checked