GRAY FOX

Grizzled, gray-furred New World fox ( Urocyon cinereoargenteus ) found in forested, rocky, and brush-covered country from Canada to northern South America.

Distinguished by the reddish color on its neck, ears, and legs, it grows to a length of about 20–30 in. (50–75 cm), excluding its 12–16-in. (30–40-cm) tail, and a weight of about 7–13 lbs (3–6 kg). Unlike other foxes, it commonly climbs trees. Primarily nocturnal, it takes a variety of foods, including small birds and mammals, insects, and fruits.