A short video shared on Facebook by Tom Miranda has drawn wide attention after showing a coyote launching itself upward to grab a pear from a tree. The clip, captioned "Coyote eating pears!", shows the animal positioning beneath a fruit and then making an energetic upward leap to seize it.
The footage was highlighted in an Outkick report by David Hookstead, who called the jump "outrageous" and posted the clip for readers. The Outkick article noted that coyotes are often viewed as nuisances in rural parts of the United States and that some residents respond by hunting or shooting the animals. The report said hunting coyotes is especially popular in a state like Wisconsin.
The video itself does not include verified measurements of the jump or the pear's height. Observers of the clip described the motion as remarkable because it showed the coyote choosing to leap for fruit rather than wait for fallen fruit on the ground. The clip thus offers a striking example of opportunistic feeding and physical agility in a brief backyard encounter.
Context And Reactions
Wildlife experts quoted in related coverage emphasize coyote adaptability and varied diet. The National Park Service notes coyotes live in deserts, grasslands, forests and urban areas, and often consume both small animals and seasonal fruit. The Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute describes the species as native to North America and adaptable across diverse habitats.
The viral clip prompted mixed reactions in reporting. Some viewers praised the footage as a neat wildlife moment and a reminder of animal resourcefulness. Others saw it as evidence of broader tensions between people and coyotes in rural areas, where residents worry about livestock and pets. Outkick framed those concerns as part of why many landowners take direct action against coyotes.
Neither article claims the video proves how often coyotes eat fruit or how high they can jump. Both accounts treat the clip as an interesting, unverified snapshot of behavior. The coverage illustrates how a short social media video can spark discussion about animal ability, human wildlife encounters and differing views on management.
