All Things Fox

Foxes are incredibly adaptable animals and live in a wide variety of habitats around the world. Here’s an overview of where foxes are typically found:

  • Foxes often inhabit deciduous and coniferous forests, where they find shelter, food, and places to den.
  • Examples: Red foxes and grey foxes are common in forested areas across North America and Europe.
  • Open grasslands provide plenty of small prey, such as rodents and insects, for foxes to hunt.
  • Examples: Swift foxes are native to the grasslands of North America.
  • Some species are highly adapted to arid environments, with features like large ears to dissipate heat and the ability to survive on little water.
  • Examples: Fennec foxes live in the Sahara Desert and other parts of North Africa.
  • Foxes are increasingly found in cities and suburban areas due to the abundance of food (like garbage and small animals) and shelter.
  • Examples: Red foxes are common in urban environments worldwide.
  • Arctic foxes thrive in cold climates, where their thick fur and small body features help conserve heat.
  • Examples: Arctic foxes are found in the Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
  • Foxes sometimes live near rivers, marshes, or other wetland areas, where they can find a mix of prey and good hiding spots.
  • Examples: Certain populations of red foxes and other species frequent wetlands.

Dens and Shelters

Foxes typically build or find dens to raise their young or seek shelter. They may:

  • Dig burrows in the ground.
  • Use hollow logs, tree stumps, or rock crevices.
  • Take over abandoned burrows from other animals.

Foxes are found on every continent except Antarctica, showcasing their incredible adaptability to diverse environments!