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Meet the Vulpine Fox: Interesting Facts & Characteristics

Explore the world of foxes with almost 27 species to discover the different types, behaviors, and unique features. From the red fox to the Arctic fox, learn about their habits, diet, and cultural significance. Understand why they are referred to as Vulpine and delve into their portrayal in cartoons and culture.

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Meet the Vulpine Fox: Interesting Facts & Characteristics

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  1. FOXESSenior ClassesScoil Naomh Caitríona

  2. Foxes • There are almost 27 species of fox in the world. • The most common by far is the red fox. • You may have heard of the Arctic Fox. Here is an Arctic Fox.

  3. Language of foxes! • The male fox is usually known as a dog. • The term Reynard is also used for the male. • The female is called a vixen. • The young are called cubs, kits or pups. • A group of foxes is called a skulk. • The adjective for the fox is VULPINE.

  4. General Characteristics • Most foxes live 2 to 3 years but can survive for up to 10 years. • Foxes are slightly smaller than most dogs, roughly the size of a cat. The fox has an acute muzzle (a pointed face) and a bushy tail.

  5. Fox prints • Compare to those of the badger…

  6. Diet • Foxes do not live in packs. • They are opportunistic feeders that hunt live prey, especially rodents. • Urban foxes hunt in bins and gardens for scraps of food. • The fox will eat meat and plants. • Of course the farmer isn’t pleased if the fox raids the poultry coop!

  7. Culture and the Fox… • An Ghaeilge ar “fox” ná: • sionnach, agus madra rua. • The Midnight Fox is a popular book by Betsy Byars. • An “Madra Rua” is a famous piece of music for the uileann pipes. • Fox-hunting is a sport. Do you agree?

  8. Cartoons and foxes Sly fox! Foxy Lady! Cute as a fox!

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