212 THE FOX 



with black and white, in alternate markings. This 

 gives a charming effect, and is moreover useful 

 by blending with the coverts where the animal 

 lives. 



Thus we see that the fox has, so to speak, his 

 serious and commercial, as well as his pleasure-giving, 

 aspect, and that whenever he touches the life of man 

 he is interesting and important. 



