Looking For a Handout

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  1. Chrisle

    Chrisle In Flower

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    Here is the little guy that is hanging around the property. Food must be quite scarce with all the snow we have had this winter. Plus,I don't think that are many rabbits in the woods any more. At least when I am in there I don't see any bunny tracks. They trapped rabbits here a few years ago.
    Anyway I have given him a handout for a couple of days. I think maybe now he has moved on.


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    Notice the tiny footprints behind him. That was a wee field mouse. The fox could smell the scent but mousy made it safely back into the garage.
     
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  3. marlingardener

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    This has been a hard winter on wildlife as well as people. You're a good person to give foxy a handout or two.
    Great photos!
     
  4. waretrop

    waretrop Strong Ash Plants Contributor

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    This is very cool. Some people may not like this but I love nature around me as long as it doesn't put me or my animals in danger. I had a coyote visit my chickens but couldn't get in so I just watch carefully.
     
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    Frank GardenStew Founder Staff Member Administrator

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    I have a soft spot for foxes. Thank you for helping him out but glad to see he has moved on.
     



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    mart Strong Ash

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    Not many Red Fox left around here. Take care of the little guy !!
     
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    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    It's good to know that you've been helping the little guy out. I'm sure he appreciates what you've done for him.
    Your photographs are great by the way. :D
     
  8. Kay

    Kay Girl with Green Thumbs

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    What a nice visitor to see! Great photos!
    Hope he will find more kind folks to help supplement his diet.
     
  9. cherylad

    cherylad Countess of Cute-ification Plants Contributor

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    Yes... definitely a kind thing to do for this cute little guy.
     
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    Sjoerd Mighty Oak

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    That is such a gorgeous creature. It looks especially nice against the white backdrop of the snow.
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    I have a soft spot for foxes too. I sure could use him around my yard ... there are at least 2 rabbits eating my shrubs. I'm sure it wont be long until there are more!
     

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