Coyote attacks cyclist along Cape Breton's Cabot Trail, says Parks Canada
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Parks Canada says a coyote attacked a cyclist who was travelling Cape Breton's Cabot Trail earlier this week.
Parks Canada says a coyote attacked a cyclist who was travelling Cape Breton's Cabot Trail earlier this week.
Officials say an aggressive coyote bit the cyclist on the arm on Wednesday near Green Cove, in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
They say the animal crossed the highway, pursued the cyclist, and bit them after they had dismounted from the bike.
Officials say passing drivers tried to assist the cyclist and that the coyote was aggressive toward another person before the animal fled.
The bite victim was taken to hospital and released following treatment.
Parks Canada says it has teams searching for the animal, and is advising the public to avoid walking or cycling in the area.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 8, 2023.
