If you have ever been awake late at night and heard a strange, high-pitched scream echoing through the darkness, you might have wondered what it was. Many people describe it as frightening, almost human-like but it’s often the sound of a fox. Foxes are known for their mysterious night-time screaming; it may sound frightening, but there is a natural reason behind it.
Foxes are highly vocal animals and use a variety of sounds to communicate. The most recognisable of these is their scream, a loud scream that can travel long...
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