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Vixen

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