Red and gray foxes/ wolves

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What is the habitat of red foxes around Hortonville?

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Red foxes are very common.

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What is a fox's den typically formed from?

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A fox's den is formed from abandoned badger burrows.

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What is one of the most common diseases affecting foxes?

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Mange is one of the most common diseases affecting foxes.

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What is the primary food source for gray foxes?

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The most important food for gray foxes is the Cottontail rabbit.

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What causes mange in gray foxes?

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Mange in gray foxes is caused by mites.

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What type of animal is a red fox?

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A red fox is a small to medium-sized canid.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is the scientific name for the red fox?

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The scientific name for the red fox is Vulpes vulpes.

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How do gray foxes differ from red foxes in terms of climbing ability?

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Gray foxes are known for their ability to climb trees, unlike red foxes.

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What is the primary diet of red foxes?

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Red foxes primarily eat small mammals, birds, and fruits.

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What role do foxes play in the ecosystem?

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Foxes are important for controlling rodent populations and maintaining ecological balance.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4