Fox & The Ghost King
Where does the fox family live?
In a den under a garden shed
What color is a red fox's fur? (two words)
Rusty red
Are foxes omnivores or herbivores?
Omnivores (eat almost anything)
What is a baby fox called?
A cub (or kit)
Should you hand-feed a fox?
No
Which football team do the foxes support?
The Leicester City Foxes
What is a fox's home called?
A den
In cities, what makes up about half of a fox's diet?
Household rubbish (food scraps)
What is a female fox called?
A vixen
What should you keep food waste in if you live in an area with omnivorous wildlife?
Secure bins.
Which team does Dad Fox especially hate?
Chelsea
How small a gap can a fox squeeze through?
10–12 centimeters
Name two small mammals that urban foxes eat.
Rats and mice
How many cubs does a vixen usually have each year?
4–5
What kind of mesh should you use for pet cages?
Weld mesh (not chicken wire)
What does the ghost promise the foxes if they set him free?
He will grant their dearest wish
How long can a wild fox live?
Up to 9 years (but average 1–3 years)
What does it mean to "cache" food?
To bury it to eat later
In which month are fox cubs usually born?
March
Who are the 3 different people you might contact if you see an injured fox?
RSPCA / National Fox Welfare Society / a vet
What do you think the father fox's dearest wish will be?
For Leicester City to win / for their team to stop losing
What is the main cause of death for urban foxes?
Road accidents (cars)
What do foxes' strong stomachs enable them to do?
They can eat old or rotting food.
Do foxes hunt in packs?
No — they forage alone
Why should you NOT block gaps in garden fences?
They are important wildlife corridors.