A Sensitive Species - Rare Desert Kit Fox

• Photographer
  Brian Clopp
• Technical Info
  Nikon D850
• Photo Date
  07/21/2021

In the rugged expanse of the Utah desert, the rare desert kit fox (Vulpes macrotis) presents a captivating portrait of survival and behavior through the lens of a dedicated photographer. Despite their resilience, these foxes are facing severe threats: invasive grasses are stripping away essential cover and prey, overgrazing by livestock is exacerbating habitat degradation, and the looming threat of energy development adds further strain. The photographer’s commitment, demonstrated by three nights of camping in the remote Simpson Springs without the use of bait, captures the essence of them.

BRIAN CLOPP leads photo workshops through LensExplorers.com, teaching photographers of all skill levels from hobbyist to professional, and donates a portion of proceeds to conservation efforts. He leads workshops locally in Utah where the wild horses roam, the Tetons where moose abound ( TetonWonders.com ), across the USA for breathtaking landscapes, and globally for cultural immersions. He is also a Field Journalist for the American Wild Horse Campaign. He recently launched FosterPhoto.org in partnership with Nature's Best Magazine to give foster youth access to photography training.