Is there a bounty on coyotes in SC?

Yes, there is a bounty on coyotes in South Carolina as part of the Coyote Harvest Incentive Program, which was updated in July 2023. Previously, hunters were rewarded with a free lifetime hunting license for harvesting coyotes, but this has now changed. Under the new provisions, individuals who successfully hunt and report a specially tagged coyote will receive a monetary reward of $3,000 for each tagged animal they harvest. This initiative aims to encourage the management of the coyote population in the state, as these animals can have significant impacts on local wildlife and livestock. By providing a financial incentive, the program seeks to engage hunters in efforts to control coyote numbers, thereby promoting ecological balance and supporting farmers and ranchers who may be affected by coyote predation.