* Red fox: The most common type of fox in North America and Europe.
* Gray fox: Found in North America, this fox has a gray coat.
* Arctic fox: Found in the Arctic regions, this fox has a white coat in winter.
* Kit fox: A small fox found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
* Fennec fox: A desert-dwelling fox with large ears.
* Vulpes: A genus of foxes that includes many species.
* Reynard: A common name for the red fox in folklore.
The best common name to use will depend on the specific fox you're referring to.