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Meet this rare melanistic fox spotted in the wild

Mother Nature always surprises us with breathtaking sightings. This majestic fox is definitely one of the most fascinating things you will ever see. Due to a rare condition, this commonly red fur comes with some dark stripe, making these creatures looks amazing in the wild.

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It is also known as a cross fox, the majestic creature has a unique and rare condition called melanism. It is unlikely the albinism, who is lack skin pigmentation.

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Melanism occurs because of the skin’s black pigmentation. Usually, those animals that have this condition have totally black fur, but in this situation, things are a little different. Maybe that is why they are even more fascinating.

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The past about these cross foxes has looked completely different in the past. According to the wildlife experts, these creatures were once roaming North America in high numbers.

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Unfortunately, when it comes to the 20th century due to the high demanding fur, they almost went extinct.

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Sam Gaby is the photographer who encountered a unique animal in Newfoundland, Canada. He was focused on photographing without disturbing them. And also he is not a threat to them.

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