* (Our memories, but not my pictures.) These are guest photos by our son Geoff, who said it was OK to blog them.
Whenever we visit Geoff and Lisa we always look forward to watching the fox den in the vacant lot next-door to their home.
From the picture window or the side yard, we have watched the fox family -- two adults and (in different years) different numbers of kits. But I have never been able to get good pictures.
So we were delighted to get these pictures (taken early last month) by e-mail. Geoff says that they are now seeing a litter of six emerging from the den.
Bittersweet memories, because the lot (which has been vacant for as long as G&L have lived there) is now slated for development. There's a nearby greenbelt where we've also seen foxes, so this den will probably relocate somewhere there. I hope.
Sharing with Eileen's SATURDAY CRITTERS. Thank you Eileen.
o dear, such a cutie! Gorgeous critters. :)
Posted by: NatureFootstep Photo | April 17, 2014 at 05:37 AM
Oh, I know how they feel, losing that lot - and den. What gorgeous photos. I love fox.
Posted by: Penny | April 15, 2014 at 08:52 PM
Awwwwww
Posted by: Ramblingwoods | April 14, 2014 at 04:45 PM
I see foxes here from time to time--they are such pretty creatures! I hope they are able to re-locate without harm, Sallie.
Posted by: Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti | April 14, 2014 at 08:02 AM
Such adorable looking foxes!
I do hope the kits are old enough for the relocation before they started to tear the lot apart.
Posted by: Beyond Zephyr | April 14, 2014 at 02:21 AM
das sind schöne Bilder Sallie
DANKE mit einem LG vom katerchen
Posted by: katerchen | April 13, 2014 at 10:51 PM
HI Wonderful critter post. Hope you saw my fox video on Saturday. yours are so cute.
Posted by: Margaret | April 13, 2014 at 08:34 PM
What a beautiful shot, can't imagine having foxes nearby !!
Posted by: Lisa Hermanson | April 13, 2014 at 08:18 PM
They are beautiful! I thought foxes were endangered. I wish they could protect that den instead of developing the land.
Posted by: Jen | April 13, 2014 at 07:53 PM
I think they are such cute animals. I would love seeing one of the babies! Nice photos...thanks for sharing my friend! Hugs!
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | April 13, 2014 at 04:43 PM
Foxes are amazing animals. It's sad that we (humans have no problem destroying their habitat. I hope they don't build there. I have a question. What does the fox say?
Posted by: Pat | April 13, 2014 at 03:51 PM
/so cute I hope they can find a new home its hard for animals I know...the trees near me were recently logged so I think that's why I now have raccoon problems!
Posted by: Sondra | April 13, 2014 at 03:26 PM
Oh my!
How adorable is that little guy!
I've probably only seen a fox a couple of times in my life. I would love to be able to watch them. Hope he'll share some photos of the little ones.
So sad that development will take their habitat.
Your comment on my blog took me the right route to get here. So glad you were able to work things out. :)
Posted by: Carletta | April 13, 2014 at 10:01 AM
Sally ~ the foxes are so adorable and beautiful ~ great that you got such wonderful photos ~ Happy Week to you ~ xoxo
artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)
Posted by: artmusedog and carol | April 13, 2014 at 06:32 AM
SUPER photos
Posted by: Carole M. | April 13, 2014 at 04:56 AM
Hi Sallie!
So kind of your son to let you show the pictures of the foxes in your blog!
They look so sweet those animals!
I have only taken a few pictures from very long distance of foxes.
Have a nice Sunday!
Greetings Pia
Posted by: I stora drag | April 13, 2014 at 04:53 AM
Hey! My photos got published! I'm famous.
The mom has been coming out with the kits just at dusk. I've got a few photos, but none are too good -- the little ones move around a lot, and it's too dark to get a good shot.
She may have moved to her other den already, too, since we didn't see her at all last two evenings (she did that a few years ago).
It's a lot of fun to be able to get photos like this from a blind as comfortable as my dining room.
--geoff
Posted by: Geoff | April 12, 2014 at 06:00 PM
Pretty cool to have those living next door. Great shots. Hopefully they will find a new home okay.
Posted by: Dina J | April 12, 2014 at 05:34 PM
Aren't they wonderful?!
(ツ) from Cottage Country Ontario , ON, Canada!
Posted by: Jenn Jilks | April 12, 2014 at 04:48 PM
It must be lovely to observe such wildlife from home. I hope they do find a new home when the development comes. They are cute animals until they steal your chickens.
Posted by: diane | April 12, 2014 at 01:38 PM
Your son is a very foxy photographer! These are quite beautiful critters although I wouldn't want to get into an argument with them!
Posted by: Lowell | April 12, 2014 at 10:46 AM
Fabulous shots of these beautiful animals.
Posted by: Gunilla | April 12, 2014 at 10:35 AM
We decide how they should live, because we are greater.
Posted by: Rainfield M Penang | April 12, 2014 at 08:46 AM
what great photos. they look so happy. it saddens me to hear they're developing that area and forcing this family/ kits to relocate. have a great weekend~
Posted by: naquillity | April 12, 2014 at 07:00 AM
Several great posts Sallie.. I am very envious yet am really looking forward to your upcoming posts this summer...We are finally getting some good weather in Ohio and "things" are looking a little greener
Posted by: Joe Todd | April 12, 2014 at 06:51 AM
Incredible pics. Habitat destruction is a big problem.
Posted by: Yogi | April 12, 2014 at 05:53 AM
Thanks to your son. Stunning fox shots.
Posted by: lina@a happy family | April 12, 2014 at 05:19 AM
Dearest Sallie;
Wow! What factastic pictures of foxes☆☆☆ It must be exciting to see them with your own eyes. Thanks to your son Geoff for us t be able to enjoy them♡♡♡ When I was very little, I though the story they deceive us would be true p;) Yes, so sad to hear about the development!
Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*
Posted by: orchid | April 12, 2014 at 05:13 AM
These shots are fantastic! So cute and wonderful foxes!
Posted by: Mary | April 12, 2014 at 04:23 AM
Well, what a treat for you! Wah I were there to watch too. ;)
Posted by: EG CameraGirl | April 12, 2014 at 04:21 AM
They are adorable! It is sad to hear they are losing their home.. There is just way too much development..Thank you for sharing and linking up your critters, have a happy weekend!
Posted by: Eileen | April 12, 2014 at 03:34 AM
Cool shots. Sorry to hear that they are going to lose their home. Wonder where can they go.
Posted by: eastcoastlife | April 12, 2014 at 12:21 AM
Oh wow - fantastic shots.
Posted by: Lady Fi | April 11, 2014 at 10:05 PM
Nice pictures - foxes are a pest here (an introduced species) - but I still enjoy watching them!
WBW stays open until about noon on Saturday my time, so you don't need to rush!
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Posted by: Stewart M | April 11, 2014 at 09:52 PM
Oh how wonderful! Such beautiful critters.
Posted by: Karen, Pixel Posts | April 11, 2014 at 07:52 PM
How cool to be able to observe these beautiful foxes so close to your son's home. He took some fantastic shots of them. Sad that they will have to relocate. Thank you for visiting and for your sweet comments. Have a great weekend :)
Posted by: DeniseinVA | April 11, 2014 at 06:34 PM
OMGosh, I love foxes!! I guess because they remind me of dogs. These photos are awesome!! How fun to live next door and be able to photograph them as often as you can. So sad that the lot will be developed soon. :( More and more habitat is being taken away.
Posted by: Gail | April 11, 2014 at 06:15 PM
It's so fun to watch the animals in their environment. Sad to hear these will have to relocate due to development. Geoff's photos are marvelous.
Posted by: Gaelyn | April 11, 2014 at 04:38 PM
I love these shots of the beautiful foxes. There was a fox den in the crawl space under my house, or that's my guess based on the fox family coming to my deck to drink out of the bird baths this summer. I didn't see them during the winter.
Posted by: Carver | April 11, 2014 at 04:23 PM
oh, these are awesome! i do hope they'll relocate without trouble!
Posted by: TexWisGirl | April 11, 2014 at 03:11 PM
Great captures, Sally, of the playful side of foxes:)
Posted by: jesh stg | April 11, 2014 at 12:36 PM
Foxes need homes too. The kits have faces like kitty cats.
Posted by: Dianne | April 11, 2014 at 12:30 PM
Stunning photos from Geoff, and interesting detail from you-as always:)
Posted by: Hazel | April 11, 2014 at 11:55 AM