Question

write a 9th grade level summary about the red fox fur coat
4-5 sentences

Answer 1

The red fox’s coat is thick and usually a rich reddish-orange color. It often has white underparts and a bushy tail with a white tip, while the legs and backs of the ears are often darker. The fur has two layers: a soft, dense undercoat for warmth and longer guard hairs that shed water and protect the skin. The coat grows thicker and sometimes paler in winter and becomes thinner in summer, helping the fox stay warm or cool and blend into its surroundings; people have also used red fox fur historically for clothing.