In the wild, the "doyenne" is often the alpha female, a position defined by biological necessity and survival strategy.
The concept of a "Coyote Doyenne" also aligns with indigenous storytelling, where the coyote is a complex figure of wisdom and trickery.
During harsh environmental conditions, young female coyotes often delay their own breeding to help the alpha female raise the pack's pups, ensuring the survival of the genetic line.