They hunt alone or in family groups. Red foxes prefer forested or open country. They have been found in southern California, but are not native there. Foxes are omnivorous. They eat small mammals, birds, insects, eggs, fruit, nuts, grains, and even human garbage.
Rabbits are a preferred prey animal.
Track photos courtesy of Mark Seaver . Personal Notes on Red Foxes I have heard stories of red fox dens found beneath freeway overpasses in southern California, but have yet to track one. Foxes are fascinating animals and are very playful. Of all the canines, I think the red fox has the most colorful coat. E-mail me and tell me about it.