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Vulpes vulpes
| Size | 58–77 cm body About the size of a medium dog |
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| Weight | 5–8 kg Similar to a large bag of flour |
| Lifespan | 2–5 years |
| Rarity | Common |
| M vs F | Males (dogs) are slightly larger than females (vixens). Vixens have a narrower, more pointed snout. |
| Habitat | Farmland, woodland, urban areas, coastal scrub |
| Best time | Year-round — cubs visible April–June |
| Conservation | UK: Green LC |
Did you know?
Foxes can hear a watch ticking from 40 metres away! They also use the Earth's magnetic field to judge distances when pouncing — most successful pounces happen when facing north-east.
Foxes can hear a watch ticking from 40 metres away! They also use the Earth's magnetic field to judge distances when pouncing — most successful pounces happen when facing north-east.
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Urban foxes have developed larger brains and bolder behaviour than their rural counterparts over just a few generations — a remarkable example of rapid evolution driven by city life.
Often confused with
None in UK — unmistakable
None in UK — unmistakable