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Wild fox goes on robbing spree

“What does the fox do with the shoes? We still don’t know,” the park said in a social media post — “What does the fox do with the shoes? We still don’t know,” the park said in a social media post (PA)

Grand Teton National Park has issued "WANTED" posters warning visitors about a fox, or multiple foxes, that have stolen at least 32 shoes from campers recently.
Park rangers are advising visitors to secure their footwear in bear boxes, vehicles, or tents to prevent further thefts by the animal.
Despite the park's warnings, some visitors are intentionally leaving their shoes out in hopes of encountering the elusive shoe-stealing fox.
Park officials are concerned that the fox's increasing habituation to humans could lead to negative outcomes for the animal, including potential relocation or euthanasia.
Visitors are urged to report any shoe thefts to rangers and maintain a safe distance from all wildlife, including foxes, to ensure both human and animal safety.

Sly as a... National park rangers blame sneaky fox for theft of 32 pairs of shoes — In full