Old World red fox

The Old World red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is a mammal belonging to the dog family, Canidae. It is one of the most widespread land mammals, found across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America, and has also been introduced to Australia.12

Red foxes are known for their reddish-brown fur, bushy, often white-tipped tails, and black ears and legs, though coat color can vary. They are adaptable and can thrive in diverse environments, from deserts to urban areas. Their diet consists mainly of small mammals like mice and rabbits, but they also eat birds, eggs, fruit, and scavenge. Red foxes typically give birth to 1-10 pups in a den, cared for by both parents until they disperse in the fall.12