New Mexico wildlife
Kit Fox
Vulpes macrotis
A tiny desert fox that rarely ventures out during the day.
See the Kit Fox up close
Best months
Mar · Apr · May
Best viewed at dusk or dawn; check recent sightings reports from park rangers or local wildlife agencies.
Where to look
Chihuahuan Desert, New MexicoWhite Sands National ParkCarlsbad Caverns National Park
Conservation status
Generally uncommon but locally present in suitable desert habitat
Good to know
What do kit foxes eat?
Kit foxes primarily eat small mammals like kangaroo rats, as well as insects and birds.
Are kit foxes dangerous?
No, kit foxes are shy and not aggressive toward humans; they are smaller than a house cat.
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