Photo by acacia.johnson / A red fox kit plays near its den in Alaska's McNeil River State Game Sanctuary. Although this protected coastal wilderness is renowned for its brown bears—which gather every summer to fish for salmon—it's also a haven for red foxes, birds, and the countless smaller species that contribute to a thriving ecosystem. Full of energetic curiosity, this baby fox and its numerous siblings spent hours each day playing and exploring around the McNeil River visitor campground. Follow me at acacia.johnson for more stories from Alaska and beyond. #fox #babyanimals #alaska #mcneilriver