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However, this crazy Arctic fox behavior has baffled researchers for years. That all came to a head in 2024 when the true purpose and mechanics behind this Arctic fox hunting tactic were revealed.

By analyzing the teeth marks and saliva left on the gum, researchers discovered that the pieces contained traces of wolf, Arctic fox, turtle dove, trout, deer, duck, and an aquatic snail known as ...