The coyote is a dog-like animal looking similar to a small German Shepherd or Husky but with longer fur and a shorter, bushier tail. The coyote is smaller than a wolf and larger than a fox. It has a variable hair color ranging from reddish to brown and yellowish to grey body with prominent ears, rust colored legs, and a bushy tail with a black tip. Adult coyotes are generally 3-4 feet in length and weigh 20-40 pounds.