Over the course of two months, photographerSam Gabygained the trust of a unique-looking fox in Newfoundland.

After first spying the fox in 2018, Gaby worked hard to gain the animal’s trust.

I am impressed with his beauty but also his level of intelligence, Gaby confesses.

Orange and Black Fox by Sam Gaby

Ive witnessed him hunting, hiding and retrieving food stores, and interacting with other foxes.

He was extremely playful, especially with his sibling, I gave them both names; Mat and Pat.

While in Newfoundland, photographer Sam Gaby came across a cross fox.

Cross Fox

Over time, the foxa partially melanistic variant of the red foxcame to trust Gaby.

And the wildlife photographer was even able to capture the fox playing with a sibling.

Orange and Black Fox by Sam Gaby

Melanistic Black and Orange Fox

Cross Fox Curled Up on the Side of the Road

Black and Orange Fox Yawning

Two Foxes Playing

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Portrait of Melanistic Black and Orange Fox

Melanistic Black and Orange Fox

Melanistic Black and Orange Fox Sitting on the Side of the Road

Black and Orange Fox on the Prowl