More dogs less bite: The relationship between human–coyote conflict and prairie dog colonies in an urban landscape.

Highlights: [•] We assess human–coyote conflicts in an urban landscape. [•] We explore the role of black-tailed prairie dog colonies in impacting conflict. [•] Rates of coyote conflict were highest near habitat fragments where prairie dogs were absent. [•] Prey availability may influence human–carnivore conflicts in urban areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]