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The Mammal Society's Fact Sheet
An overview of the ecology and conservation of the Red Fox.


The National Wildlife Federation's Fact Sheet
A briefer overview for those with short attention spans.


MiniFAQ - Since we often get asked the same questions many times, here's a short list of common questions and answers:

• Can I feed visiting foxes?
  Yes, many people do - but please do not try to tame them into being fed by hand. Foxes will eat almost any table scraps you wish to leave out for them. If you leave food out regularly, your visiting foxes are likely to return each evening - this is a good opportunity to watch them!
• I've seen a fox near my house - is it a danger to my cat?
  Foxes and cats generally ignore each other - foxes are very timid and may run away from a cat. However, it is not completely unheard-of for one to confront the other, especially when one party is raising young.
• Can I have a fox as a pet?
  Foxes are wild animals and generally do not make good/happy pets, even if raised from birth. In fairness to the fox and to yourself, do not attempt to tame a fox.