I don't want to hijack the "best caliber" thread so let's start a new one. Within reasonable distances, is 22 WMR an effective and/or ethical caliber on the listed subjects? At factory speeds is there an advantage between JHP and VMax bullets?
I probably use my Marlin .22 WMR more than any rifle I own. It'll work on any of the animals you listed, but you better hit coyotes well with one. Stick to the standard JHP's, Winchester Super X being among the best. The V-max load is really soft. I've used it on starlings and it is impressive, but lacks penetration on anything bigger.
