The red fox / www.thefoxwebsite.org

Welcome to the red fox website.

Close up of a foxThe red fox is a very adaptable carnivore, living anywhere from the tundra to the city. As with all carnivores, it often comes into conflict with people.

A pile of booksHere you will find information on all aspects of red fox ecology, behaviour, management and human conflict.

Enjoy your visit!

  Welcome!

A collection of nine images of foxes
© IFAW/A. Forsyth, RSPCA/Everything is permuted
click image to change; Free JavaScripts provided by The JavaScript Source

Explore our website:

Populations

A globe representing a map of the world Where are fox populations found? Find out on our world map of fox distribution.

Disease

Close up image of a flea Is your pet safe?
What diseases do foxes carry? Information on diseases in foxes and how to be safe around foxes.

Foxes & agriculture

Tow lambs stading facing the camera To some foxes are a pest but what role do they have in the countryside? What about foxes and conservation? Learn about the fox as a predator of lambs, fowl and livestock.

News!

On August 14th, we added the automatic translation facilities and, whilst not perfect, we hope they may help overseas visitors access the site.

View our Archive to read all past news.

Ecology

Two foxes greeting each other Foxes are the top predator in the UK. Find out more about the biology, life and death of foxes.

Urban foxes

A fox peering out of a wall Why are foxes so successful in our cities? What can I do about foxes in my garden?

Foxhunting

Hunters on horseback down a country lane A history of foxhunting in Britain and research on rural fox numbers and methods of fox control.

Attitudes to foxes

Close up of a fox Foxes always generate strong feelings in people. Are they friends or foes?

FAQs

A question mark Are you a journalist and want to find a quick answer to your questions? Are you a member of the public with a fox problem? Check our frequently asked questions section.