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         Help this snake find the path to her prey FROM PAGE 8


















        Critter Clues FROM PAGE 7
        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, moun-
        tains, or deserts. Foxes are omnivores, eating a variety of animals and vegeta-
        tion, such as rabbits, mice, lizards, fruit, and bugs. Because they are nocturnal,
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        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.
           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.

                                                                                    BOOK NOOK
                          Doggie Language: A Dog Lover's Guide
                           to Understanding Your Best Friend

                           Written and Illustrated by Lili Chin | Recommended for ages 8 and up
                            Dogs communicate with so much more than barks and tail wags, and misreading doggie body language
                            makes life challenging for dogs and their humans.
                            This small but mighty book is your perfect illustrated guide to seeing and understanding the subtle visual
                            cues and interpreting the behaviours used by your beloved pup to express how they're feeling. The more
        we notice and listen to what our dogs are trying to tell us, the more we can improve our relationship with our best friends, helping
        them to feel safe and happy.
        Copyright:  Doggie Language: A Dog Lover's Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend. © 2020 by Lili Chin. Summersdale Publishers Ltd., London, United
        Kingdom. Book summary from Goodreads.com
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