H4y says-
If u have any ideas or know why there active like that in the afternoons this time of year, I'd love to know why, Cause I can't explain it!
The pups are growing, they need more groceries. Mom and Dad are working over time.
The pups are growing and honing their hunting skills and exploring on their own.
This is peak time for Coyote population.
You are into the family group. You are on location.
Get the alfa Female (check her teets for positive I.D.) Kill 'em all before you spook 'em off.
Come fur time, dispersal occurs, and small game hunters, archery hunters, trappers and others are all taking Coyotes. So it may be tough to take Coyotes at this same spot, near the denning area, when fur season starts and Coyote home range expands.
Over the years, Farmers have mentioned when they cut hay, they saw Fox or Coyote lurking near by.
I just figured the Canines knew the farmer was stirring up Mice and Rabbits and actually killing Mice and Rabbits. The Canines learned of a free or easy meal, no matter what the time.