Fox, Arctic (CR 1/4)

Small Animal
Alignment: Always neutral
Initiative: +3 (Dex); Senses: low-light vision, scent, Listen +4, and Spot +4

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AC: 15 (+1 size, +3 Dex, +1 natural), touch 14, flat-footed 12
Hit Dice: 1d8-1 (3 hp)
Fort +1, Ref +5, Will +1

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Speed: 40 ft.
Space: 5 ft./5 ft.
Base Attack +0; Grapple -6
Attack: Bite +4 melee
Full Attack: Bite +4 melee
Damage: Bite 1d4-2
Special Attacks/Actions: -

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Abilities: Str 6, Dex 17, Con 8, Int 2, Wis 13, Cha 6
Special Qualities:
Feats: Alertness; Weapon Finesse
Skills: Hide +9*, Listen +4, and Spot +4
Advancement: -

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Climate/Terrain: Cold plains
Organization: Solitary or pair
Treasure/Possessions: None

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Source: Frostburn

The arctic fox is a native of the tundra. In wintertime, its white coat helps it blend in with its snow-covered environs.

Combat

Arctic foxes avoid combat with any creature larger than themselves.

Scent (Ex): An arctic fox can detect opponents within 30 feet. The exact location is not revealed unless the creature is within 5 feet.

Skills: *In areas of snow, ice, or tundra, an arctic fox gains a +8 racial bonus on Hide checks.