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A red fox stows away on a cargo ship, traveling from England to US
The 11-pound male fox, about 2 years old, is healthy and receiving care at the Bronx Zoo while officials plan a long-term home after Atlantic crossing.
- A red fox traveled from Southampton, England, to New York after stowing away on a cargo ship that crossed the Atlantic, arriving at the Bronx Zoo's care.
- The ship departed Southampton on Feb. 4 and arrived Feb. 18 at the Port of New York and New Jersey; officials brought the fox to the zoo the next day, though how he boarded remains unclear.
- Estimated at 2 years old, the male fox appears healthy after early examinations and currently resides in the zoo's veterinary center receiving produce, proteins, and biscuit-like items.
- Keith Lovett, the zoo's director of animal programs, said the fox is "settling in well." Zoo staff plan to find a long-term home once he completes further health screenings.
- While the species, formally known as Vulpes, is widespread across Europe, Asia, and North America, questions remain about how the fox boarded the ship. Zoo representatives are still seeking discovery details.
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A fox snuck aboard a cargo ship and traveled all the way from Southampton, UK, to New York, reports the AP. “He seems to be doing well. He’s been through a lot,” said Keith Lovett, director of the zoo where the fox now lives.
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The animal covered the more than 5,400 kilometer journey in two weeks, traveling between cars.
New York City port officials have discovered a stowaway while inspecting a cargo ship from the UK. A young fox appeared healthy after a 14-day journey and has already found a temporary home at the Bronx Zoo.
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