What is Red fox?
The red fox, Vulpes vulpes, is an adaptable canid across Eurasia, North America and other regions. Coat color and size vary.
Traits and way of life
1. Species and identifying features Vulpes vulpes is a canid with pointed muzzle, upright ears and bushy tail. Foxes include other species; native and introduced ranges differ. 2. Habitat and diet It uses woods, farms and urban edges, eating rodents, rabbits, insects, fruit and carrion according to local availability.
Behavior and conservation
3. Behavior and reproduction Family groups shelter cubs in dens and provide food. Often active at dusk or night, foxes can also appear by day. Scent and calls aid communication. 4. Ecology and conservation It influences small mammal communities and faces predators and disease. Unsecured human food creates conflict; observe wild foxes without feeding.