Gray fox

The grey fox is a clever canid with silvery-grey fur, found from North America down to Central America. Unlike most foxes, it can climb trees to escape predators or hunt for food. It shares its genus with only one other fox, the tiny island fox of California.

• It's the only fox that can climb trees using its sharp claws.
• Its scientific name means 'ashen silver,' describing its fur color.
• Genetically, it's more closely related to other canids than most foxes.