The Town of Oyster Bay says there have been multiple coyote sightings in North Shore communities this week.
Town officials are warning residents to stay away from the animals if they see them roaming around.
Gary Rogers, Board President of the Nassau county SPCA, says coyote sightings have been spotted in Locust Valley, Manhasset, East Hills, Glenn Head, Roslyn and Port Washington.
A full list of safety tips for encountering a coyote can be found
here.