Coyotes Approaching Cars On A California Highway May Be On Hallucinogenic Drugs

  • 8 years ago
At least 2 coyotes along Highway 1 in California’s Marin County have been exhibiting odd behavior as of late, and one theory as to why involves hallucinogenic mushrooms.

At least 2 coyotes along Highway 1 in California’s Marin County have been exhibiting odd behavior recently, and one theory as to why, involves hallucinogenic mushrooms.

The coyotes behaving strangely may have come upon and taken a nibble of some growing wild in the woods, and now they’re high. 

For the past three weeks, motorists have been reporting that the animals suddenly show up on the road, forcing drivers to come to a full stop. 

After running toward the vehicle, the coyotes pause for a bit then approach and sniff the cars. 

That’s considered atypical for the species, as its members usually exhibit a healthy fear of humans. 

Early on, experts thought the anim