and a black-tipped tail are some of the characters by which the gray fox differs from the red fox. Other differences include coarser fur, a shorter muzzle and legs, dark brown eyes, and a mane of ...

Foxes introduced for hunting, or escaped from fur farms, pose significant threats due to interbreeding, competition for resources, and disease transmission. Sierra Nevada red foxes are also endangered ...

and a brilliant cherry red fox fur stole. Personally, I'm a little horrified by the stole's glimmering eyes, but given the rare vintage nature of the purchase, I'm willing to look the other way.

They have bushy tails with white tips and are uniquely adapted to winter conditions with a dense coat and fur-covered paws that facilitate travel over snow. Cascade red fox photo by Kevin Bacher/NPS.