Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Rare Red Fox Spotted Near Pangong Tso
A group of tourists in Ladakh had a very special moment when they saw a rare red fox near a famous lake called Pangong Tso.
They took a video of the fox, which became very popular on the internet.
The fox was very pretty with pointy ears and a big, bushy tail.
Some people thought it was a wolf at first, but it was actually a red fox.
The tourists did not give the fox any food, which was a good thing because feeding wild animals can be harmful.
A wildlife expert said that the fox might have been fed by someone before, which is why it was near the road.
In June, another red fox was rescued and treated in Ladakh after it got hurt.
After a month of care, it was released back into the wild.
Many people on the internet were happy to see the video and said that Ladakh has beautiful wildlife that needs to be protected.
A rare red fox was spotted near Pangong Tso in Ladakh, with the encounter captured in a viral video.
The fox approached tourists, leaving them 'speechless' and providing a unique wildlife experience.
Tourists refrained from feeding the fox, adhering to guidelines that discourage feeding wild animals.
Social media users praised the encounter and emphasized the importance of wildlife conservation.
In June, a wounded red fox was rescued, treated, and released back into the wild in Ladakh.
- Who
- Tourists and wildlife authorities in Ladakh
- What
- A rare red fox was spotted and filmed near Pangong Tso
- When
- Recently (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Pangong Tso, Ladakh
- Why
- The fox approached the tourists' vehicle, providing a unique encounter
Wildlife Conservationists
Tourists
Feeding Wild Animals
Wildlife Conservationists
Feeding wild animals can lead to dependency and harm their natural behavior.
Tourists
Some tourists may find it tempting to feed wild animals for a closer encounter.
- Location
- Pangong Tso, Ladakh
- Animal
- Red Fox
- Video Source
- Instagram user Vibhor Srivastava
- Wildlife Protection
- Department of Wildlife Protection, UT of Ladakh
- Rehabilitation Center
- Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (WRRC)
- Release Date
- July (after treatment)