[EdwardDiego]

Given the size of a coyote, wouldn't a semi-auto .223 be far more effective? Given that they're fast moving.

[stcroixx]

In my own experience I'd say it would be 'just as' effective, rather than 'far more'. Both solve the problem in a nearly identical way in the field. I'm not saving the hides so I don't mind if they end up in little pieces.