Vixen

usgb/ˈvɪksn/
noun

A female fox.

The vixen cares for her cubs in the den.
Visual representation of "vixen" - A female fox.

Often appears as...

  • red vixen
  • vixen and cubs
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Visual representation of "vixen"
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Gender Specific

Use 'vixen' only for female foxes, male foxes are not called vixens.

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The vixen guarded her young, while a male fox, or dog fox, watched from a distance.
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Animal Families

Emphasize the family aspect when talking about a vixen to show its role in nature.

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The vixen and her mate work together to feed their cubs.
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Wildlife Context

Use 'vixen' in discussions about wildlife, habitats, or animal behavior.

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The naturalist recorded the vixen's hunting patterns for the study.
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