Grey Fox Facts

The grey fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus) is one of North America’s most unique wild canines, ranging from southern Canada through most of the United States and down into Central America.

Unlike red foxes, which prefer open fields and farmlands, grey foxes thrive in dense forests, brushy areas, and rocky terrain where they can remain hidden. They are the only members of the dog family able to climb trees, often escaping predators or resting on branches high above the ground.

Grey foxes are usually 7–15 pounds and wear a striking coat of grey mixed with black and reddish tones, along with a distinct black-tipped tail. Highly adaptable omnivores, they hunt rabbits, rodents, and insects but also eat fruits, nuts, and berries, playing a crucial role in both pest control and seed dispersal.

Though shy and elusive in the wild, their presence is vital to keeping ecosystems balanced and healthy.