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Roxy the Fox Removed to Protect Sea Turtles

9/4/2025

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Dauphin Island will remove a red fox named Roxy to protect migratory birds and sea turtle nests, causing social media backlash.
The town council contracted APHIS for invasive species management, funded by Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill settlement funds.
Wildlife officials noted foxes caused over 60 "false crawls" during turtle nesting this season.
Despite resident opposition, officials assert removal is essential for conservation.

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Story summary

Dauphin Island will remove a red fox named Roxy to protect migratory birds and sea turtle nests, causing social media backlash.
The town council contracted APHIS for invasive species management, funded by Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill settlement funds.
Wildlife officials noted foxes caused over 60 "false crawls" during turtle nesting this season.
Despite resident opposition, officials assert removal is essential for conservation.