Coyote vs Red Fox
Quick answer
In a hypothetical one-on-one, the Coyote would most likely come out on top in most encounters, thanks to its more dangerous natural weapons and raw strength. In reality, animals like these rarely meet, and both would usually avoid a fight.
This is a hypothetical, educational comparison based on typical size, strength, and natural weaponry. In the wild these animals rarely meet, and most encounters end without a fight.
Mammal
Least Concern
Mammal
Least ConcernCoyote vs Red Fox compared
| Attribute | Coyote | Red Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 20 kg | 14 kg |
| Length | 1.35 m | 1.1 m |
| Top speed | 64 km/h | 50 km/h |
| Strength | 45/100 | 25/100 |
| Deadliness | 40/100 | 30/100 |
| Intelligence | 65/100 | 70/100 |
| Lifespan | 14 yr | 5 yr |
Coyote vs Red Fox: common questions
Who would win in a fight, a Coyote or a Red Fox?
In a hypothetical one-on-one, the Coyote would most likely come out on top in most encounters, thanks to its more dangerous natural weapons and raw strength. In reality, animals like these rarely meet, and both would usually avoid a fight.
Which is bigger, the Coyote or the Red Fox?
The Coyote is heavier, weighing around 20 kg compared with the other's 14 kg.
Which is faster, the Coyote or the Red Fox?
The Coyote is faster, reaching about 64 km/h versus 50 km/h.
Which lives longer, the Coyote or the Red Fox?
The Coyote typically lives longer, up to around 14 years compared with 5 years.
Sources & references
Conservation status follows the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species; size, weight, speed, and lifespan figures are drawn from Animal Diversity Web (University of Michigan Museum of Zoology) and Nowak, Walker’s Mammals of the World (Johns Hopkins University Press), cross-checked against each species’ own guide. Compare full profiles for habitat, diet, and behaviour:
- Coyote — full guide
IUCN Red List (Least Concern, Canis latrans)
- Red Fox — full guide
IUCN Red List (Least Concern, Vulpes vulpes)
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Animal Diversity Web — University of Michigan Museum of Zoology
Life-history, morphology, and measurement data for Coyote and Red Fox.
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Nowak, R. M. (1999). Walker’s Mammals of the World (6th ed.). Johns Hopkins University Press.
Standard reference for body size, weight, and life-span ranges.
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Global Animal Guide editorial standards
How we research, source, and review wildlife comparisons.
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