There has been a number of wildlife sightings across the Pembina Valley, with coyote sightings around Morden and Altona.

During this resurface of animal life Miami School students are bringing awareness for National Wildlife Day.

Students learned about conservation and shared their favourite animals ranging from puppies to marlins.

Miami students learned about wildlife and how we can live alongside it.

With this increase in wildlife activity, Wildlife Management Biologist Janine Stewart says we need to be aware of our animal neighbours.

"We share our province with a number of other animal species and we're all sharing in our own ecosystems on the landscape. Each of us has an important role to play in that ecosystem."

Coyotes are active all year long but currently, they are in their breeding season. During this time they are more active during the day and are more likely to be spotted.

Though coyotes generally avoid contact with populated areas, with an increase in activity there is a risk of conflict.

Janine Stewart Wildlife Management Biologist.

Stewart says there are several ways to reduce these risks.

1. Remove any attractants from your yard. When food is scarce animals look for opportunities to eat, including pet food outside, spilt bird seed, or garbage. Coyotes aren't only attracted to these items but other animals attracted to these.

2. Keep pets in a secure location overnight. Don't leave them off leash or unsupervised, as night is when coyotes are most active.

If there is any conflict or problem animals such as coyotes or raccoon Stewart recommends to contact a local Sustainable Development office.

Wildlife that is just passing through and causing no issues, Stewart's says to enjoy the moment as we don't often have the opportunity to see these animals.

For more information on living with wildlife click here.