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A fennec fox with small ears would overheat in its hot Saharan desert habitat.
The fox's large ears help the fox to lose heat and stay cool.
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∙ 7y agoFennecs have big ears to hear prey and predators. Blood also passes near the skin of the ears and cools down the fox.
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∙ 9y agoFennec Fox ear size is an adaptation for keeping cool in hot desert conditions.
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∙ 13y agoFennec foxes have large ears to dissipate heat, and keep them cool. Also it means they can hear over long distances.
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How long are fennec foxes ears?
Fennec Foxes ears can usually grow to an average of 10-15cm. :) LOL
How long are fennec foxes?
Fennec Foxes ears can usually grow to an average of 10-15cm. :) LOL
Do foxes have small ears?
It depends on the species. Arctic foxes have small ears while fennec foxes have huge ears.
Are fennec foxes cute?
Yes I do but their ears bother me a bit but, they are like chihuahuas!
What are some facts about fennec foxes?
their ears keep them cool
What are the names of animals that have big ears that help to cool their blood in hot climates?
Jack rabbits that live in the desert, and judging by the categories, foxes, elephants, and Fennec Foxes.
What are some interesting facts about Fennec foxes?
their ears keep them cool
How have fennec foxes adapted to the desert?
large ears to cool blood
Why do foxes have such long ears?
Foxes didn't choose to have "large" ears and they don't. You may have seen the Fennec fox, they do have quite big ears. Why? They are desert foxes and must hear their prey. The desert is pretty calm and quiet, so the Fennec must hear for any prey possible. But no, not all foxes have large ears.
Are fennec foxes carnivores?
No, fennec foxes are omnivores.
What Is the natural habitat of the fennec fox?
The fennec lives in the northern parts of Africa.Dens and burrowsThe Fennec Fox lives in places such as the Sahara Desert, Arabian areas, etc. You may also be wondering why the Fennec Fox has such a thick coat, for an animal that lives in the desert. Desert nights are extremely cold, and the Fennec Fox is mostly nocturnal.
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.
