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Humans are adopting arctic foxes because the climate that they live in is harsh and hard to hunt for food.

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What are people doing to help the Arctic?

people are creating a global sanctuary.


Are there laws that help save Arctic foxes?

Currently, no.


What does the Arctic fox do good for its environment?

Arctic foxes help control populations of small animals such as lemmings and Arctic hares.


Do foxes camouflage?

Arctic foxes do I think. Have you tried to look on other websites. Try and see if these help you:http://animals.nationalgeographic.co.uk/animals/mammals/arctic-fox/Do_the_red_foxes_use_camouflage


Do arctic foxes keep warm or cool?

They have smaller ears to conserve heat. Foxes from warmer areas have larger ears to help dissipate heat.


Can Arctic foxes swim?

Yes, Arctic foxes can swim. They are capable of crossing rivers and lakes in search of food or new habitats. Their strong, streamlined bodies and thick fur help them stay buoyant and warm while swimming in cold waters.


Why are fennec foxes different from Arctic foxes and gray foxes?

The difference between the fennec fox and the arctic fox it that the fennec fox lives in hot conditions, and the arctic fox live in colder conditions. Also, they don't look like each other, the fennec fox has large ears so it can loose heat fast from it giant span, and it is has a much smaller skeleton to the arctic fox. Also, the fennec fox is an gingery colour. The arctic fox has small ears so it doesn't loose as much heat so it can stay warm in it harsh environment, it has white fur, and a much bigger skeleton to the fennec fox.


Do Arctic foxes live in groups?

They live in family groups that includes the parents and offspring. Sometimes the kits will remain with the parents for two or more years and help care for the new kits.


Can an Arctic fox kill a red fox?

Red foxes are more widespread, living almost anywhere in the world, whereas artic foxes live in mostly polar areas (Outskirts of Greenland, Russia, Etc.) Red foxes have an orangish coat, with black ears and black socks, whereas artic foxes are a thick snow white all over to help them blend in with their natural envoroment. If you need any more info, just ask :)


What unique features do arctic fox ears possess that help them survive in their cold habitat?

Arctic fox ears have a compact shape and thick fur that help them retain heat in their cold habitat. Additionally, their ears are smaller than those of other fox species, reducing heat loss. These unique features help arctic foxes stay warm and survive in their icy environment.


How is the arctic foxes fur used to benefit in winter?

In the winter the Arctic Fox's coat turns white or blue-grey. This is to help the fox blend in with it's environment. The fox can then hide from predators and hunt prey without being detected.


What is being done to help the Arctic fox from becoming extinct?

You can donate money to an endangered animal foundation or try to stop global warming so they can stay in their natural habitat. You can also boycott the selling of amimal fur because they are being hunted. Save them today.