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Critter Clues FROM PAGE 7 activities!
Our mystery critter is the fox.
These beautiful, elusive animals are found all over the world. They can live in many
different kinds of habitats. Although they are typically found in forested areas, they
can also live in grasslands, mountains, or deserts. Foxes are omnivores, eating a
variety of animals and vegetation, such as rabbits, mice, lizards, fruit, and bugs.
Because they are nocturnal, they usually hunt at night and we don’t see them often.
Foxes are very social. They live in packs and often mate for life. Foxes can even
identify one another’s voices! The most common species, the red fox, uses 28
different sounds to communicate, such as growls, howls, and yips.
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In ancient folklore, foxes were often described as possessing magical powers.
Their vertically slit pupils allow them to see as well as cats do, and their ability to hear
sounds at very low frequencies enables them to identify the location of their prey very
easily, even when it is underground! They can also run incredibly fast — up to 45 miles
per hour. Foxes are quite resourceful: When they can’t find prey, they will often raid trash
cans for scraps.
Some fox species have been threatened or endangered, such as the Island fox and Darwin’s
fox. Foxes also have a history of being used for hunting games. However, most fox species are thriving. How can you live
in harmony with foxes you might see in your area? Protect your pets by keeping them inside or on a leash. Never feed foxes
scraps — this causes them to change their natural diets and lose their natural fear of humans. Instead, consider making your
green space into a wildlife garden habitat. To learn more, visit nwf.org/garden.

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