Last night around midnight, I was woken up by the weirdest sound outside. After coming to, I realized I had heard that sound before. Sounds sort of like a crow being strangled. I jumped out of bed and peeked through our blinds. Sure enough, I saw some movement in our back yard area. The fox was back. Little did I know that he had brought his/her entire pack with them. I could count 6 or 7, but they moved so quickly it was hard to tell. I carefully came out into our living room and soundlessly opened the patio door. I watched them for over an hour. They continued to call to each other. It was truly amazing and awesome to watch. They played in the snow and very carefully made their way up to the edge of the brush. One by one they came closer and closer to the patio. I wish that my camera would have been able to capture them. They are so much bigger than you would think.
Anyways, here is a link to hear what the fox sounds like. It is so unique, yet unforgetable! Click on #11. That is exactly what I was awoken by last night! Isn't nature great?!?
Fox Sound
I'm pretty sure if I woke up to that, I would pee my pants!!!! I get nervous enough when a neighbors dog makes weird noises...let a lone something that "wild"! Can't believe you still have snow!!
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