Gray foxes are a grizzled gray color, having cream-colored fur tipped with black. The fur on their underside is light tan, often tipped with reddish fur. They have a line of black fur extending down the top of their tails to the tip. The cheeks and throat are white, with this band of light fur extending the length of the belly to the tail. The backs of the ears and the sides of their neck are a rusty orange. Gray foxes’ legs and feet can be rusty orange or grizzled gray.

Gray foxes are slightly smaller in size than red foxes, typically weighing between 7 and 14 pounds.

The Tibetan Sand Fox lives at high altitudes in and around the Tibetan Plateau and thrives in mountainous grasslands and deserts. Some of the countries where the Sand Fox is found is Bhutan, Nepal and China.

The Tibetan Sand Fox is distinguishable because of it’s large, box-shaped head. Coupled with it’s small ears, it has an almost comical and out of proportion appearance. The foxes usually have white tips at the ends of their tails with a pale white underbelly and an reddish-grey coloured fur and weigh approximately 4-5kgs.

When they find a mate, they are monogamous and the male and females share hunting and raising the cubs between them. The Tibetan Sand Foxes are also know to be relatively relaxed about living in close quarters to other fox families, making them less territorial than other fox varieties. A typical litter of Tibetan Sand Foxes is between 2-4 cubs and they are brought up in a den, which may have several entrances and be secluded by a boulder or a crevice. The Tibetan Sand Fox cubs will be ready to fend for themselves aged 8-10 months and will go off to hunt and make families of their own.

Humans and disease are the main threats to the Tibetan Fox. Humans hunting the foxes are not really a problem because the Tibetan Fox’s fur is too rough and coarse to be of any great value. Dogs quite commonly attack the foxes and also some governments in the region have taken to culling great numbers of pikas, which has arguably impacted on them. In certain areas of China, the Tibetan Sand Fox is heavily affected by different forms of tapeworm which can cause disease such as alveola hydatid disease and echinococcus.

All in all, not too much is known about the Tibetan Sand Fox and it is rumoured that the BBC programme Planet Earth (shown in 2006) was actually the first time these foxes had ever been filmed. Obviously more studies need to go into the Tibetan Fox in order to build a better picture of it’s behavioural habits.

The iconic Matterhorn, with its pyramid-like shape, has long fascinated climbers. Its north face is particularly challenging and boasts a rich mountaineering history. The Matterhorn was one of the last great alpine peaks to be conquered.

Known as “The Matterhorn of North America,” Mount Assiniboine stands tall in the Canadian Rockies. Its pyramid shape and pristine alpine lakes are a sight to behold. The Indigenous Ktunaxa people called the mountain “Squin K`a-mi,” which means “Stone with a hole.”

The Grand Teton Range, nestled in the heart of Wyoming, is a collection of jagged peaks and alpine lakes. These mountains, with the Grand Teton itself protruding above, create an unforgettable memory for all who venture here. The name “Teton” is derived from the French word “les trois tétons,” meaning “the three breasts,” inspired by the three prominent peaks.

Fitz Roy, or Cerro Fitz Roy, is a hidden gem in Argentina’s Patagonia region. Its spectacular spires and granite faces appear as artwork, drawing climbers and photographers alike. Fitz Roy’s peak often seems shrouded in clouds, earning it the nickname “smoking mountain.” Fitz Roy was named after Robert FitzRoy, the captain of the HMS Beagle, who guided Charles Darwin on his famous voyage.

Vinicunca, often referred to as Rainbow Mountain, is a geological wonder situated in the Peruvian Andes. The mountain’s mesmerizing rainbow-like striations make it one of nature’s most colorful masterpieces. The hues are created by mineralogical composition, and it remained hidden under ice and snow for centuries.

The Trango Towers are a group of dramatic granite spires in the Karakoram Range. Rock climbers from around the world are drawn to these impressive formations. The Trango Towers consist of four distinct spires, each with its unique name, including the Great Trango Tower and the Nameless Tower.

Table Mountain is a flat-topped peak that looms over Cape Town. Its unique plateau shape has been shaped over millions of years and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. A cable car whisks visitors to the summit, where sweeping views of the city, coast, and surrounding landscapes await.

Kirkjufell is Iceland’s most photographed mountain, situated on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Its distinctive form and the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall create an idyllic scene. Kirkjufell is often referred to as “Church Mountain” due to its resemblance to a church steeple.