Foxes are small-to-medium-sized omnivorous mammals belonging to several genera of the family Canidae. They have a flattened skull; upright, triangular ears; a pointed, slightly upturned snout; and a long, bushy tail ("brush"). Twelve species belong to the monophyletic "true fox" group of genus Vulpes. Typically, when someone sees the word “Fox”, their mind pictures a small dog-like animal with bright red fur, pointy ears and a bushy tail. This description is apt for the well-known red fox that we are familiar with in North America. Foxes however, are diverse with several species found all over the world. In this article, we’ll be covering some of the traits and characteristics of foxes and what makes them unique. 12 characteristics of foxes 1. They have a large distribution Fox is a small, intelligent mammal known for its agility, cunning behavior, and adaptability. This article provides information about Fox. Blanford's Fox (Vulpes cana) photographed in southern Israel. It is a small fox with a long, bushy tail. The tail is a counterbalance when running or climbing. This fox occurs in the mountainous parts of the Negev and Judean Deserts, on rocky slopes. They feed mostly on beetles, grasshoppers, ants and termites. A fox is a small mammalian carnivore. They hunt and eat live prey, mostly rabbits and rodents (squirrels and mice). They may also eat grasshoppers, birds ' eggs, and even fruit and ...
