My World in Grays

Kit Fox Vulpes macrotis

A fox species that inhabits arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern and central Mexico. Kit foxes are mostly nocturnal; they escape heat stress during the day by resting in underground dens. Pups emerge from the den at about one month of age and spend several hours each day playing outside the entrance. The male seems to do most of the hunting during this period, and later, both parents provide food until the pups start to forage with them at three to four months of age.

Love in a mist.

Gruyeres Castle, Switzerland🇨🇭

Gruyères Castle is a medieval castle located in the hilltop town of Gruyères in Switzerland. Surrounded by mountains and green valleys, it is one of the most picturesque castles in Switzerland.

The castle was built in the 13th century by the Counts of Gruyères and served as their residence for several centuries. Its strategic position allowed the counts to control trade routes and the surrounding countryside.

After the Gruyères family line ended in the 16th century, the castle passed to local authorities and later became a residence for artists. Over time, it was restored and preserved as an important historical monument.