7 interesting facts about the fox
- The most common species of the foxes is the red fox, which is about the size of a large cat.
- The fox is considered to be a sacred animal in Japan.
- While the red fox prefers open country habitat for survival, the grey fox prefers dense areas such as forests to survive.
- The grey fox is widely found specie that bears resemblance to the red fox. It is slightly smaller and has a grey coat.
- Foxes are known to have both canine and feline characteristics. They are excellent tree climbers and also play with their prey before killing it, just like a cat.
- The world’s smallest fox is the Fennec fox, weighing a mere 3.5 pounds. It is normally found in arid regions such as deserts. It has an exceptional hearing capacity and can detect its prey moving underground.
- Foxes are known to use a wide range of vocalizations and pitch tones to communicate with each other.
