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Fox Steals Wolf Pup in Rare Predatory Act

Published March 19, 2026, 20:18
Fox Steals Wolf Pup in Rare Predatory Act

Researchers in Italy have captured a remarkably rare event: a red fox entering a wolf den and snatching a one-month-old wolf pup. The recording, published in Current Zoology, suggests that the relationship between foxes and wolves is not simply one of fear, but a complex field of competition and opportunistic predation. The fox, known for its adaptability and exploitation of opportunities, took advantage of the temporary absence of the adult wolves. The pup was not recorded again, suggesting it was likely killed. The study highlights the opportunistic nature of the fox as a predator and the complexity of interactions between different species in the wild.