It's hard to say Tara. Lighting, editing so the photo is more sharp and this fox certainly appeared to have a "new, fresh coat". All these things can make a difference. If you look back at the first photos I posted on 6/4/16 you can see especially in image 8 & 9, along the top of it's back the coat is old & rough, thick & long. IOW ready to come out. It looks just like my terrier when her coat gets "blown" & those hairs are ready to come out.
Unless a particular fox (or animal) has specific identifying characteristics such as a notched ear, we really can't be sure. Regardless, I love seeing & observing them.
