Foxes

There are few animals more elusive (or more adorable) than the fox. They have a somewhat tarnished reputation, primarily thanks to fairy tales, for snagging chickens and wreaking occasional havoc on farmlands. However, foxes aren’t as evil as some people make them out to be. They’re a fundamental part of the ecosystem as they can …

Many words are used to describe foxes, but quick and sly are among two of the most popular. These beautiful wild animals are known for being fast, clever hunters that are, for the most part, quite good at outrunning their enemies. Personally, I love foxes, and I love learning about them, which is why I’ve …

When I first moved out to the country and into my homestead, I was quite shocked to hear a scream that sounded like someone was being murdered the first night. I knew this wasn’t really possible since my neighbors were quite far away from me. I had to investigate and wondered if it may be …

Foxes are quite small and look like dogs, so it seems logical that they will make a sound like a dog, but higher pitched than other similar animals, doesn’t it? It’s because they do look like dogs that you may also expect a fox to bark. Appearances don’t always tell you what to expect, though. …

In the area around my homestead, we often see and hear foxes. Luckily, I have predator-proofed my property to keep my bunnies and other animals safe so I’m not too worried about a fox finding its way inside (not to say I don’t regularly check my fencing and other predator deterrents). On one of my …