Gray Fox
Gandalf spent the first two years of his life as someone's pet before being confiscated by the authorities. Because he had never lived on his own in the wild, he needed a safe, permanent home, so he joined The Zoo family in December 2018.
Scientific name
Urocyon cinereoargenteus
Lifespan
15-20 years
Native Habitat
The gray fox inhabits wooded, brushy areas throughout North and South America, but has adjusted to suburban and urban areas.
Food/Eating Habits
Gray foxes are solitary hunters that prey on a variety of small mammals, such as rabbits, birds, and voles. They also eat fruit, insects, and some plant matter.
Social Structure
Gray foxes are solitary hunters and presumed to be monogamous, like other fox species.
Sleep Habits
These foxes are nocturnal, often hunting at night.
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