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Fennec fox

Fennec fox
Photo: Daniel Ramirez from Honolulu, USA · CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Fennec fox (Vulpes zerda) is an omnivorous mammal native to Africa.

The fennec fox is a small fox native to the deserts of North Africa, ranging from Western Sahara and Mauritania to the Sinai Peninsula. Its most distinctive feature is its unusually large ears, which serve to dissipate heat and listen for underground prey. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Vulpes zerda
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Canidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
Africa
Weight
1 kg
Length
37 cm
Lifespan
16.3 years
Activity
Nocturnal
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Fennec fox eat?

The fennec fox is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a Fennec fox?

The fennec fox weighs around 1 kg and measures about 37 cm.

How long do Fennec foxs live?

In the wild, the fennec fox can live up to about 16.3 years.

Where do Fennec foxs live?

Fennec foxs are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the fennec fox endangered?

The fennec fox is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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