Massachusetts wildlife
Red fox
Vulpes vulpes
Red foxes are adaptable and often seen near human areas, especially in winter.
See the Red fox up close
Best months
Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar
Best viewed at dawn or dusk during winter; check local wildlife reports for active den sites.
Where to look
snowy birch groves at blue hour in MassachusettsQuabbin Reservoir, BelchertownWachusett Mountain State Reservation, Princeton
Conservation status
common and widespread across Massachusetts
Good to know
Do red foxes hibernate?
No, red foxes remain active all winter but may sleep for long periods during extreme cold.
Where do red foxes sleep?
They sleep in dens, under brush piles, or curled up in open snow to conserve body heat.
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