News Release

Woman and dog attacked by coatimundi at Coronado National Memorial

NPS

News Release Date: April 18, 2020 Saturday morning, a woman and dog were attacked by a coatimundi within the Coronado National Memorial. The coati was killed and the remains will be tested Monday for rabies by the Arizona Department of Game and Fish. The injured person and dog are being treated for injuries.

As the AZ Game and Fish Dept. tweeted today, attacks such as this are rare even though coatimundi, a ringtail and raccoon relative are common throughout the mountains of Southern Arizona. Rabies shots are always recommended in the case of wildlife bites. Please call AZ Game and Fish regarding any wildlife conflicts at 623-236-7201

Coronado National Memorial facilities are closed and visitor services, aside from Visitor and Resource Protection, have been suspended in response to guidance from local public health authorities and in compliance with Governor Ducey’s Stay Home Order. The road remains open. All trails also remain open except for the Cave Trail and the Cave itself which are closed. Please practice physical distancing and follow public health guidance.

To learn more about Coronado National Memorial go to www.nps.gov/coro,

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