Fox Facts & Information
Scientific Name
Vulpes vulpes
Size
35-45 inches long (including tail)
Color
Reddish-brown with white underbelly
Diet
Omnivorous
What do foxes look like?
Foxes are intelligent and adaptable mammals that have successfully adapted to urban environments. They have a distinctive reddish-brown coat with a white underbelly, black-tipped ears, and a bushy tail with a white tip. Their slender, agile bodies are built for speed and stealth, with long legs and a pointed muzzle. While they play an important role in the ecosystem, they can become a nuisance when they take up residence in residential areas, causing damage to property and potentially spreading disease.
Common Fox Species
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
The most common fox species in urban areas. They are known for their reddish-brown fur, bushy tail, and distinctive white-tipped tail. Red foxes are highly adaptable and can thrive in both rural and urban environments.
Urban Fox
Vulpes vulpes (urban population)
A population of red foxes that has adapted to living in urban environments. They are typically more nocturnal and have learned to navigate human structures and find food sources in urban settings.
Arctic Fox
Vulpes lagopus
While not common in urban areas, the Arctic fox is notable for its seasonal color change, from white in winter to brown in summer. They have thick fur and a compact body adapted for cold climates.
Grey Fox
Urocyon cinereoargenteus
Known for their grizzled grey fur and ability to climb trees. They are more common in rural areas and have a more timid nature compared to red foxes.
Signs of Fox Activity
Physical Evidence
- Footprints in soft soil or snow
- Scat (droppings) with a distinctive musky odor
- Dug-up gardens or lawns
- Damaged trash bins or scattered garbage
- Holes under sheds or decks
- Distinctive high-pitched barks or screams at night
Environmental Indicators
- Presence of prey animals (rodents, rabbits)
- Accessible food sources (pet food, garbage)
- Suitable denning sites (under sheds, decks)
- Vegetation providing cover
- Water sources nearby
- Lack of natural predators
Our Fox Control Approach
Humane Wildlife Management
We employ a comprehensive approach to fox control that combines multiple strategies while ensuring humane treatment:
- Thorough property inspection to identify entry points and den locations
- Implementation of exclusion methods to prevent access to potential den sites
- Installation of humane deterrents to discourage fox activity
- Proper waste management recommendations
- Habitat modification to make the property less attractive to foxes
- Ongoing monitoring and maintenance
Prevention Tips
- Secure trash bins and compost piles
- Remove potential food sources from your yard
- Install fencing around gardens and vulnerable areas
- Seal off potential den sites under sheds and decks
- Keep pet food indoors
- Maintain a clean and well-lit yard
- Remove fallen fruit and berries from the ground
- Consider motion-activated lights or sprinklers
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