Having a daytime problem with coyotes here. Saw one at 1:30 in the afternoon on Saturday. He was chasing two of my cats out of the woods and followed them right up to the house. Was able to get one shot at him...but got him in the hip. Not a kill shot but hopefully enough to dissuade him from coming that close again. Tuesday evening saw a different coyote, a HUGE one, on my property but stalking the neighbor's calf. Luckily he was so focused on the calf I got a shoulder shot and a head shot on him. Pretty sure he crashed and died in the marsh.
This was with my .22LR. I am using hollow points. I know this isn't a "preferred" caliber for coyote. The only other gun I have is .357 magnum revolver. I've talked to a handful of people that either suggested a .17 or .223. Can anyone explain the pros and cons of these guns, or what you would recommend for taking out coyote? I prefer semi automatic, with not a lot of kick. (I do NOT want anything bolt-action). Thanks!
This was with my .22LR. I am using hollow points. I know this isn't a "preferred" caliber for coyote. The only other gun I have is .357 magnum revolver. I've talked to a handful of people that either suggested a .17 or .223. Can anyone explain the pros and cons of these guns, or what you would recommend for taking out coyote? I prefer semi automatic, with not a lot of kick. (I do NOT want anything bolt-action). Thanks!