Red Fox
by Russell

The Red Fox is a member of the canine family which includes dogs, wolves, coyotes and of course foxes.  The foxes are about 22-32 inches in length and weigh between 6 and 15 pounds.  Female Red Foxes are called vixens.  The males are usually heavier than the females and are called dogs.

Strangely the Red Fox is an omnivore and not a carnivore like most people expect.  They feed on voles, hares, squirrels, eggs, and vegetation.  The foxes are very afraid of humans and are disappearing because of trappers.

Sources
World Book Encyclopedia

Alaska Wildlife Notebook Series
www.state.ak.us/local/akpages/FISH.GAME/notebook/notehome.htm
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