Coyotes are protected wildlife under Missouri Department of Conservation rules, and Kansas City prohibits feeding or harboring coyotes while encouraging hazing and removal of attractants under Chapter 14 and Chapter 38.
Coyote sightings are common across Kansas City's four counties, especially near parks, riverfront, and Loose Park. Missouri Department of Conservation regulates take of coyotes statewide; within KC limits, discharge of firearms is restricted, so removal usually goes through licensed nuisance wildlife trappers. Chapter 14 forbids intentional feeding of coyotes and other wildlife, and Chapter 38 (Health & Sanitation) requires securing trash and pet food that attracts them. KC Animal Health and Public Safety responds to aggressive-coyote calls but routine sightings are referred to MDC.
Feeding coyotes or leaving attractants is a municipal infraction up to $500. Illegal firearm discharge to take coyotes inside city limits adds Mo. Stat. §571.030 charges.
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