*** About Gray Foxes: Gray foxes, known scientifically as Urocyon cinereoargenteus, are small omnivorous mammals native to North and Central America. What sets these creatures apart is their ability to climb trees, a rare skill among canids, which allows them to escape predators and scavenge for bird eggs or fruits. Approximately the size of a small domestic dog, gray foxes have a distinctive salt-and-pepper upper coat, with a robust, white underside, and a black-tipped tail. These foxes are primarily nocturnal and are known for their elusive nature. Their diet varies widely including small mammals, insects, carrion, fruits, and grains. Living in varied habitats from forests to desert edges, gray foxes are adaptable and generally avoid human contact. Conservation efforts focus on habitat preservation and understanding human-wildlife interactions to ensure their survival amidst growing environmental changes.

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