Trappers capture and kill coyote in Lakeview after multiple sightings of wild animal from neighbors

Officials said they captured a coyote in Lakeview after viral videos of one in Fleur de Lis Park roaming in the middle of the day.But that has not put an end to a growing concern from residents.WDSU Reporter Shay O’Connor was live at the park Thursday with what experts said people need to do if they spot another coyote. So many people frequent the neighborhood park with their kids and pets. The park, in the Lakeview area of New Orleans, is also surrounded by homes. It’s why many had been on high alert all week. Nick frequents Fleur De Lis Park and said, “I’ve heard about sightings in Lakeview, but closer to the flood wall. Not this far away.” “It’s definitely surprising. I did not realize they could come this far into the city,” said Alexandra. “It makes me want to be extra careful of my surroundings.”After numerous sightings of at least one coyote at the park. Where many are seen exercising or walking with their families and pets. Or lying under a tree, as shown in one of the videos where the coyote is seen running.After numerous sightings of at least one coyote at the park. Where many are seen exercising or walking with their families and pets. Alexandra said, “I have a smaller dog at home. So if I was laid out with him here, I would definitely be more nervous.”The Flood Protection Authority announced a trapper captured a coyote Thursday morning along General Haig on the protected side of the levee. The wild animal was euthanized in accordance with state and federal guidelines.It’s not known at this time if the coyote is the same one residents saw in the videos. Marcus Azzarello is a wildlife expert. He also owns Dial One Franklynn Pest Control.He said, “Most importantly, you want to keep an eye out for your kids and pets.”Azarello said if you spot a coyote, you want to make sure to pick up your pet or kids, because they are easy prey.It is also not the best idea to turn your back on one if they appear to want to attack you. “Assert yourself. You don’t want to turn and run. You might want to make yourself real big. Make a lot of noise. Scream and yell at it,” said Azarello.Experts said many coyotes live in dens in City Park, which is why you might see them in nearby areas like Lakeview, Gentilly or even New Orleans East.They usually run in packs, but it is not unusual to spot a lone coyote, likely in search of food. Officials urge that if you do spot a coyote to contact trappers who can assist. LDWF provided a list of licensed control operators here.LDWF also provided a fact sheet on what to do if coyotes are spotted in residential areas. To view this, click here.

NEW ORLEANS —

Officials said they captured a coyote in Lakeview after viral videos of one in Fleur de Lis Park roaming in the middle of the day.

But that has not put an end to a growing concern from residents.

WDSU Reporter Shay O’Connor was live at the park Thursday with what experts said people need to do if they spot another coyote.

So many people frequent the neighborhood park with their kids and pets. The park, in the Lakeview area of New Orleans, is also surrounded by homes. It’s why many had been on high alert all week.

Nick frequents Fleur De Lis Park and said, “I’ve heard about sightings in Lakeview, but closer to the flood wall. Not this far away.”

“It’s definitely surprising. I did not realize they could come this far into the city,” said Alexandra. “It makes me want to be extra careful of my surroundings.”

After numerous sightings of at least one coyote at the park. Where many are seen exercising or walking with their families and pets. Or lying under a tree, as shown in one of the videos where the coyote is seen running.

After numerous sightings of at least one coyote at the park. Where many are seen exercising or walking with their families and pets.

Alexandra said, “I have a smaller dog at home. So if I was laid out with him here, I would definitely be more nervous.”

The Flood Protection Authority announced a trapper captured a coyote Thursday morning along General Haig on the protected side of the levee. The wild animal was euthanized in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

It’s not known at this time if the coyote is the same one residents saw in the videos.

Marcus Azzarello is a wildlife expert. He also owns Dial One Franklynn Pest Control.

He said, “Most importantly, you want to keep an eye out for your kids and pets.”

Azarello said if you spot a coyote, you want to make sure to pick up your pet or kids, because they are easy prey.

It is also not the best idea to turn your back on one if they appear to want to attack you.

“Assert yourself. You don’t want to turn and run. You might want to make yourself real big. Make a lot of noise. Scream and yell at it,” said Azarello.

Experts said many coyotes live in dens in City Park, which is why you might see them in nearby areas like Lakeview, Gentilly or even New Orleans East.

They usually run in packs, but it is not unusual to spot a lone coyote, likely in search of food.

Officials urge that if you do spot a coyote to contact trappers who can assist.

LDWF provided a list of licensed control operators here.

LDWF also provided a fact sheet on what to do if coyotes are spotted in residential areas. To view this, click here.