Red Fox
Scientific Name
Vulpes vulpes
Range
Most of North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia
Habitats
Forests, grasslands, mountains, and deserts
What do they eat?
Omnivore; small rodents and fruits
Status
Least concern
Conservation Threats
Habitat loss and being hunted for fur
Fun Facts
- Red foxes can be golden, reddish-brown, silver, or black
- Males are called dogs, while females are called vixens
- Fox’s tail, also called its “brush”, aids in balance, as a warm cover, and as a signal flag to communicate with other foxes