A Fox!

Many photographers on the Front Range have expressed concern that they don't see as many foxes in the wild as they used to.  This year I've only seen one in Boulder County and I photographed it only because it ran in front of me while I was taking a picture of the Flatirons!  So, when I heard there was a fox at Greenwood, I was excited to take its picture.  I was eager to see this fox who was recovering from mange. Mange is caused by parasitic mites and symptoms include skin irritation, itching, secondary skin infection and possible anemia.  The disease can make it difficult for the animal to hunt, eat and regulate its temperature. This fox had crusting on her face when she arrived at Greenwood but, as you can see from my pictures, she is much better now and was being scheduled for release.  Thank you, Greenwood, for giving this fox a second chance!

---