Foxes are omnivorous mammals, smaller than many animals in the Canidae (dog) family. They have a wide range and red fox is the most popular. Fox, any of various members of the dog family resembling small to medium-sized bushy-tailed dogs with long fur, pointed ears, and a narrow snout. In a restricted sense, the name refers to the 10 or so species classified as ‘true’ foxes (genus Vulpes), especially the red, or common, fox (V. vulpes). The red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is the most common and widespread species of fox animal, with about 47 recognised subspecies. The monophyletic true foxes party of the genus Vulpes includes twelve species. Foxes are good nocturnal animals due to the cells on the eyes called Tapetum Lucidum which bounces light back into the eye hence improving vision at night. The tail also referred to as a ‘brush,’ assists in maintaining balance while running and acts as a cover at night. Foxes use vocal expressions like yelps, barking and screams. They are ranked as some of the most vocal animals within the Canidae family and they have a wide frequency range. Foxes hide excess food in small depressions on ...
