Arctic Fox Cub II, SvalbardThis young arctic fox kit was sitting on a hillside above the den, watching me with far more curiosity than caution. Svalbard in summer, low sun raking across the tundra, lighting up the fur from behind. That rim light picks out every detail of the transitional coat, the grey brown summer fur replacing the white winter one. What I like about this particular frame is the direct eye contact. The kit is completely alert but relaxed, holding its ground.