One Red Fox
by Bob Orsillo
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One Red Fox
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Bob Orsillo
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One Red Fox - Original fine art wildlife animal nature landscape photography by Bob Orsillo.
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She turns her head to unknown sound.
The red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is the largest of the true foxes and the most geographically spread member of the Carnivora, being distributed across the entire northern hemisphere from the Arctic Circle to North Africa, Central America and Asia. Its range has increased alongside human expansion, having been introduced to Australia, where it is considered harmful to native mammal and bird populations. Because of these factors, it is listed as Least Concern for extinction by the IUCN. It is included among the IUCN's list of the "world's 100 worst invasive species".
The red fox originated from smaller-sized ancestors from Eurasia during the Middle Villafranchian period, and colonised North America shortly after the Wisconsian glaciation. Among the true foxes, the red fox represents a more progressive form in the direction of carnivory. Apart from its large size, the red fox is distinguished from other fox species by its ability to adapt quickly to new environments and, unlike most of its cousins, is not listed as Endangered anywhere. Despite its name, the species often produces individuals with abnormal colourings, including albinos and melanists. Forty-five subspecies are currently recognized, which are divided into two categories: the large northern foxes, and the small, primitive southern foxes of Asia and the Middle East.
Red foxes are social animals, whose groups are led by a mated pair which monopolises breeding. Subordinates within a group are typically the young of the mated pair, who remain with their parents to assist in caring for new kits. The species primarily feeds on small rodents, though it may also target leporids, game birds, reptiles, invertebrates and young ungulates. Fruit and vegetable matter is also eaten on occasion. Although the red fox tends to displace or even kill its smaller cousins, it is nonetheless vulnerable to attack from larger predators such as wolves, coyotes, golden jackals and medium and large-sized felines.
The species has a long history of association with humans, having been extensively hunted as a pest and furbearer for centuries, as well as being prominently represented in human folklore and mythology. Because of its widespread distribution and large population, the red fox is one of the most important furbearing animals harvested for the fur trade.
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Gull G
Art is as natural as sunshine and as vital as nourishment. π πΈπ πΈ Congratulations on your recent sale π πΈπ πΈ
Jessica Brawley
Nice capture! I have, yet, to see a fox on any of my travels and looking forward to the day I do. l/f
Bob Orsillo
One Red Fox - Original fine art wildlife animal nature landscape photography by Bob Orsillo. Copyright (c)Bob Orsillo / http://orsillo.com - All Rights Reserved. Buy art online. Buy photography online
Andrea Lazar
Just a terrific shot! Beautiful composition, great lighting - makes me think of an old masters painting. Congratulations on your sale! L.F.
Bob Orsillo
One Red Fox - Original fine art wildlife nature landscape photography by Bob Orsillo. Copyright (c)Bob Orsillo / http://orsillo.com - All Rights Reserved. Buy art online. Buy photography online
Sally Bauer
Congrats your your sale Bob, this is a wonderful image, love the lighting & colors! liked/fave
Carol L Miller
I love the way you balance the fox just off the middle line with the trees and rocks on the other. Light touch. Congratulations.
David Cardona
Marvelous view plenty of composition and lighting! V&F+T! Thanks for sharing and keep creating!