NV Gray Fox Hunting Guide

Also known as: Tree fox, Grey fox

Gray FoxThe Gray Fox is a relatively solitary animal with nocturnal habits. They can be distinguished from the Red Fox by their smaller size and bushy, black-tipped tail. If you find yourself in a Gray Fox habitat, look up! They possess the unique ability to climb trees, setting them apart from other foxes.

Habitat & Range

Gray Foxes can be found in open habitat such as woodland brush and mixed forests. Dense vegetative areas serve as resting places and cover from predators. They escape predators by finding cover rather than outrunning them. They will even climb trees!

Life History

Gray Foxes are considered nocturnal more active at dusk and into the evening than they are during the day. They usually begin foraging for food before sunset, then return to rest before sunrise. They love to munch on small mammals such as mice, rats, and rabbits; also birds, insects, nuts, fruits, and even agricultural crops like corn! Gray Foxes breed from late winter to early spring. They only have one litter of one to seven young, called “pups,” per year. Pups start to forage for their own food at about three months of age. The family then disperses in late summer and fall.

Status, Trends & Threats

Habitat Degradation; Predation

Hunting Season

Nov 1, 2025 - Feb 28, 2026. Closed to nonresidents.

References

• Nevada — Gray Fox