The Gray Fox is the only North American canid capable of climbing trees, using strong, hooked claws to ascend for escape and fruit foraging. Its salt-and-pepper grizzled gray coat distinguishes it from the red fox, with a rusty stripe along the sides and tail. It prefers densely vegetated habitats where its tree-climbing ability gives it a decisive advantage.
Best time to see a Gray Fox
The best time to see a Gray Fox is May–November, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 30,682 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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