Fox Pelts (IMAGE) University of California - Davis Caption Fox pelts, like these at the Smithsonian Museum, were examined by UC Davis scientists in a comprehensive study of the origins, journey and evolution of the red fox. The study sampled 1,000 red fox specimens from the animal's entire range: Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. Credit Mark Statham/UC Davis Usage Restrictions Provide credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.