
Vixen
Gender Specific
Use 'vixen' only for female foxes, male foxes are not called vixens.
The vixen guarded her young, while a male fox, or dog fox, watched from a distance.
Animal Families
Emphasize the family aspect when talking about a vixen to show its role in nature.
The vixen and her mate work together to feed their cubs.
Wildlife Context
Use 'vixen' in discussions about wildlife, habitats, or animal behavior.
The naturalist recorded the vixen's hunting patterns for the study.
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