Avondale in Cincinnati in Hamilton County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Gray Fox
Urocyon cinereoargenteus
A woodland animal, the well camouflaged gray fox is the only member of the canid family that can climb trees and sun itself, although it's typically nocturnal. The gray fox has a distinctive bark and will also squeal and grunt.
Following Forests: Though still found throughout the state, gray fox populations in Ohio declined as forests were cleared by settlers.
Fact File
Length: 1.8 to 2.7 ft
Weight: 5 to 14 lbs
Lifespan: 6 to 8 yrs in the wild
Habitat: Woodland
Diet: Small mammals and birds, some insects, eggs, fruits, and seeds
Current Range: Southern Canada to northern South America
Erected by Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 39° 8.744′ N, 84° 30.462′ W. Marker is in Cincinnati, Ohio, in Hamilton County. It is in Avondale. Marker can be reached from Vine Street north of Erkenbrecher Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 116 Forest Ave, Cincinnati OH 45220, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
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Additional commentary.
1. About the marker
This marker qualifies for inclusion in the database because it includes information about how human activity over time has affected the population of the species.
— Submitted July 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 58 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
