What Eats Foxes? The Top Fox Predators

What animals hunt foxes? Discover the surprising predators that threaten even the cleverest fox. From golden eagles diving at 80 mph to coyotes that kill foxes but don't eat them, this video reveals the complex web of predators that foxes must outsmart every day. Learn about great horned owls hunting under cover of darkness, wolves creating unexpected population dynamics, and the specialized lynx that actually hunts foxes as primary prey. We explore mountain lions, bears, bobcats, and even alligators that threaten fox populations across North America. Most fascinating is the coyote-fox relationship—coyotes kill up to 60% of foxes in their territories, yet urban environments create surprising exceptions where these enemies coexist. Foxes survive through remarkable speed (43 mph sprints), exceptional hearing, and intelligent avoidance strategies. Understanding what eats foxes helps us appreciate these resilient predators and the dangerous world they navigate. This comprehensive guide covers every major fox predator with verified facts from wildlife research. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about predator-prey relationships in North America's ecosystems. 🔔 Subscribe for more wild animals, owl noises, and other animal-related content! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavf1Qr8JLXy-pEBuEer3aQ?sub_confirmation=1 Video sources: Levi, T., & Wilmers, C. C. (2012). A continental scale trophic cascade from wolves through coyotes to foxes. Journal of Animal Ecology, 81(4), 826-835. Cypher, B. L., Spencer, K. A., Westall, T. L., & Meade, D. E. (2019). Golden eagle predation on endangered San Joaquin kit foxes. Western North American Naturalist, 79(4), 566-573. Sargeant, A. B., Allen, S. H., & Eberhardt, R. T. (1987). Red fox spatial characteristics in relation to waterfowl predation. The Journal of Wildlife Management, 51(4), 808-815. Helldin, J. O., Liberg, O., & Glöersen, G. (2006). Lynx (Lynx lynx) killing red foxes (Vulpes vulpes) in boreal Sweden frequency and population effects. Journal of Zoology, 270(4), 657-663. Roemer, G. W., Coonan, T. J., Garcelon, D. K., Bascompte, J., & Laughrin, L. (2001). Feral pigs facilitate hyperpredation by golden eagles and indirectly cause the decline of the island fox. Animal Conservation, 4(4), 307-318. Voigt, D. R., & Earle, B. D. (1983). Avoidance of coyotes by red fox families. The Journal of Wildlife Management, 47(3), 852-857. Major, J. T., & Sherburne, J. A. (1987). Interspecific relationships of coyotes, bobcats, and red foxes in western Maine. The Journal of Wildlife Management, 51(3), 606-616. Watson, J. (2010). The Golden Eagle (2nd ed.). T & AD Poyser. London, UK. Dekker, D. (1983). Denning and foraging habits of red foxes, Vulpes vulpes, and their interaction with coyotes, Canis latrans, in central Alberta, 1972-1981. The Canadian Field-Naturalist, 97(3), 303-306. Gehrt, S. D., & Prange, S. (2007). Interference competition between coyotes and raccoons: a test of the mesopredator release hypothesis. Behavioral Ecology, 18(1), 204-214. _______________________________________________________ Media Used (Attribution) Unless stated above, still images and videos are used under license from Canva.com, and Envato (except for some videos shot by me). Thank you to all the amazing people who make their work available for use. Covering all of the topics in these videos wouldn't be possible without your incredible work. Music from YouTube Audio Library We post awesome animal videos on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM _______________________________________________________ Watch the Video for more! Want to learn about more animals? 🐱 Watch our Full Documentary on Bobcats here: https://youtu.be/UqvHxGWXgwE See our website here: https://www.assortedanimals.com 🐬 Follow us on Facebook-Meta https://www.facebook.com/assortedanimals 🦢 Follow us on Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/assortedanimals 🐦 Follow us on Twitter Assorted Animals (@AAnimalsOnline) / Twitter About - Assorted Animals Assorted Animals is a brand that teaches about animals and the animal kingdom. We provide learning modules, videos, articles, and more! We want to bring awareness to conservation efforts, and animal sanctuaries. You can find out more about assorted animals at: https://assortedanimals.com/about-us/ #foxpredators #whateatsafox #foxes