“Trickster figure in Native American folklore” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.COYOTE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Trickster figure in Native American folklore”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 27, 2026, where it runs at 24 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.