* Urine: Foxes urinate on prominent objects like trees, rocks, and fence posts to deposit their scent.
* Feces: They defecate in specific locations to communicate their presence and dominance.
* Scent glands: Foxes have scent glands on their feet and around their anus, which they rub against objects to leave their unique scent.
* Vocalizations: Foxes use howls, barks, and other vocalizations to communicate with other foxes and let them know they are in the area.
* Visual markings: Foxes might scratch at the ground or bark at the base of a tree to create a visible marker.
The size of a fox's territory depends on factors like food availability and the presence of other foxes. They will defend their territory from other foxes, especially during mating season.