When were fennec foxes declared endangered?

Answer 1

Fennec foxes have been in existence far longer than recorded human history, and their native habitat includes the Middle East, where human civilization first began, so its likely human beings have encountered Fennec foxes for several tens of thousands of years. Since this predates written history, it is impossible to identify the specific human being who first encountered a Fennec fox.

Answer 2

The fennec fox has been classified since the 18 century, although there is no information on when they were discovered. They are small nocturnal foxes that live in the Sahara Desert.

Answer 3

Fennec foxes are not endangered and have never be listed as such. They are listed as "of least concern."

Answer 4

Fennec foxes have never been endangered. They are doing quite well in their natural habitat in the Sahara of northern Africa.