and a gray fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus). Hint: Relying on their name alone doesn’t help much! Despite their moniker, red foxes can have a variety of color morphs, including yellowish red ...

In the Southeast, you may see the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) or the gray fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus). They are dog-like in appearance, with pointed snouts, large, upright ears and a long bushy tail.

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 ...