Opportunistic Scavengers
Yes, red foxes are opportunistic scavengers and will definitely eat already dead animals, also known as carrion. They will happily scavenge on roadkill, dead farm animals, and even the remains of other predators' kills.
Why Scavenging Helps
This scavenging behavior is beneficial for them:
Easy meal: It saves them energy compared to hunting live prey.
Nutritional variety: It provides them with a different source of nutrients, especially if their usual prey is scarce.
So, while red foxes are primarily carnivores and will hunt live prey, they certainly do not shy away from a free meal if it is available!