Deep in the woods a furry fox climbs out of a hole hidden by the roots of a fallen tree This hole leads to the fox’s den Foxes dig underground dens for a very special reason This is where they raise their babies Some foxes make dens in hollow trees or in old animal nests 4 A Hidden Home
Foxes belong to the same animal family as wolves coyotes and pet dogs They have pointy ears and long fluffy tails These animals usually live in woods and on farmland But sometimes they make their homes in the backyards of city neighborhoods An adult fox’s body is about 35 inches 90 cm long Its tail may add up to 20 in 50 cm more 6 A Fox’s Body
