LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - MAY 17: An urban fox relaxing in the back garden of a London home on May 17, 2010 in Finsbury Park, London.
The red fox has become an increasingly familiar sight around London since arriving from the English countryside, where it has traditionally been shot as vermin or chased by hunters with packs of hounds. Urban living clearly suits the animal, with upward of 10,000 foxes now roaming the streets of the UK's capital city. Experts estimate there are now 16 foxes for every square mile of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing sidewalks with pedestrians, taking adavantage of the plentiful food on offer and raising cubs in people's gardens. They are now fully accustomed to living near people. While predominantly noctural creatures, urban fox's can often been seen during the day. Public opinion on the creatures is split with many Londoners saying foxes are pests that dig up lawns, scatter garbage, terrify pets, and leave behind a foul scent.
However a survey in 2001 by the London-based Mammal Society found that 80 percent of Londoners liked having the animals around.
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animal.press / Natur-und Pet Archiv / Wildlife Europa / Fuchs |
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