Best timeAll year
The encounter
Elusive and mostly nocturnal, occasionally seen crossing open ground.
Best time to see them
When to look for Fox
All year
Community sightings
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Recent sightings
St John's Church, Glastonbury High Street
cities_towns· 25 Apr 2026
Tavistock, viaduct
Printable field notes
A reference sheet for this species — identification, best months, habitat and spotting tips.
Further reading
Authoritative resources
Wildlife Trusts — Species FinderNatural England — Wildlife GuidanceDartmoor National Park — WildlifeExmoor National Park — WildlifeBodmin Moor — Cornwall Wildlife Trust
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