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Alcatraz Coyote Wasn’t a City Boy After All
May 4, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
After months of fieldwork and scientific analysis, National Park Service researchers have determined that the coyote that drew international attention in early 2026 after swimming to Alcatraz Island likely started his epic swim from Angel Island State Park
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.