Ecologists have issued a warning to drivers as foxes travel further during this period and they could be seen on more roads, increasing the risk of collisions, especially on rural and suburban roads when it gets dark. The wildlife experts at Arbtech have issued the warning to UK drivers now as the peak mating season for foxes runs from December to February. A spokesperson for ecology consultancy firm Arbtech said: “Fox mating season can be surprisingly noisy, and the screams can be worrying if you haven’t heard them before or don’t know where it’s coming from. Motorists should drive with caution and slow down on rural roads, especially at night. How to keep foxes away from your gardenWhile some homeowners love to see wildlife in their gardens, others might want to keep foxes away.