Crossword clue

“Animal known scientifically as "Vulpes vulpes"”

This clue appeared as 6-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Friday, September 18, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

FOX

Letters3

Starts withF

Ends withX

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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Sep 18, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Animal known scientifically as "Vulpes vulpes"” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 18, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with F and ends with X.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Animal known scientifically as "Vulpes vulpes"” clue?+

The answer is FOX (3 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of September 18, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.

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