So carrying on from the "Christmas Coyote" blog (December 28th, 2024), the second coyote having briefly scouted the area for her sibling (Photo #1), turned and made her way to a small clearing.
And what does one do when you are waiting for someone, well you take the weight off and sit down (Photo #2 through Photo #5).
She obviously expected her sibling to return shortly as there she sat for at least five minutes. I know one shouldn't anthropomorphize, but all that is missing in Photo #6 is the quivering lip. There's nothing sadder than being left behind. :) :(
And then she got up and moved on (Photo #7) and yes, I did see them paired again some time later from a distance.
PHOTO #1
PHOTO #2
PHOTO #3
PHOTO #4
PHOTO #5
PHOTO #6
PHOTO #7