
Illinois Aldi Aisle Surprise: Cops Have a Wild Faceoff With A Coyote
You can file this under "Well, you don't see that every day."
Then again, if you believe the experts, you will see it more now than at other times of the year.
That's because coyotes are pretty active during the winter.
This is primarily due to their mating season, typically from January to March. During this time, they are more visible and active.
City vs. Wildlife
I am not sure why it would lead a coyote to end up in an Aldi in Chicago because, you know, city stuff.

I grew up in the city and don't remember seeing many coyotes, if any. Rats, yes. Coyotes, no.
A Surprising Encounter
Anyway, a video appeared on social media today showing a few Chicago cops attempting to coax what seemed to be a much smaller mammal out of the vegetable aisle.
Was it a rat? A snake? A possum? No, it was a surprisingly large coyote.
The Capture
After a few seconds of a police officer tugging on the tail of this thing, it finally showed itself.
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Either the cop wasn't prepared for its size, or the coyote was stronger than expected, as it managed to break free and disappear into the roughage.
Relocation for Safety
Chicago Animal Care and Control eventually scooped up the coyote and took it to a "wildlife rehabilitation partner," according to NBC 5.
Coyotes aren't always a threat to us, but you never know. Personally, I like to keep my distance. Remember, if you encounter a coyote, it's best to stay calm, make yourself look bigger, and slowly back away.
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