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Arctic Foxes
The Arctic Fox is a species of fox that lives in the arctic tundras of North America, Greenland and Northern Eurasia. Adapted to the extreme seasonal changes of their habitat, the Arctic Fox molts its fur and regrow its coat twice a year, with its winter coat thicker and white and its summer coat thinner and greyish brown. This category contains questions relating to the Arctic Fox’s habitat, adaptation, etc.
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How long can an Arctic fox live in captivity?
Depends on the species of fox for specifics, but most of them live up to 13-15 years.
What is the primary food source for the Arctic fox?
the primary food source for the artic fox is the Harp Seal
What are some types of Arctic scavengers?
The Artic Wolf, Artic Fox, Glaucous Gulls, Snowy Owls, Wolverines, Northern Fulmar and Ivory Gulls are all considered scavengers in the Arctic Regions. Though many of those mentioned can/will sometimes hunt, they usually scavenge. Polar Bears sometimes scavenge as well.
Food availability is a determining factor.
Do Arctic foxes have good eyesight?
No their eyesight isn't very good, if you stood still, they would probably walk straight past you. They mostly rely on their hearing and their sense of smell.
Arctic foxes and red foxes will kill and eat ermine occasionally.
Does an Arctic fox have a complete or incomplete life cycle?
the life cycle of an artic fox is...................................born, babies and then death. Its a constant cycle. how about some1 else answers for a change! the life cycle of an artic fox is...................................born, babies and then death. Its a constant cycle. how about some1 else answers for a change!
How can you tell the Arctic fox is a multicellular organism?
yes, multicellular means composed of several or many cells.
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.
Do Arctic foxes stay in packs?
No, foxes live in small family groups - parents and offspring. Often times the kits from the previous year will stay with the family group to help with the newborn kits. This is especially true of the Arctic fox. For more information click on this link.
What are the colors for the Arctic fox each season?
In the winter, it becomes white to blend in with the snow.In the summer, it turns regular brown. I guess in the spring it starts loosing its white ,and in the fall it starts loosing its brown.
How long do Arctic foxes drink water?
They break open ice with their sharp claws and lick the water out of the water :)
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What if the Arctic fox population increased?
If the population increased, there would be a decrease in the populations of prey items, such as lemmings and hares. If the prey items decreased too much the Arctic fox populations would also decrease with the limited food available.
How does an Arctic fox protect itself?
With its teeth. First and foremost, nature did 90% of the work, they are white so are difficult to see in snow covered lands.
The arctic fox is very fast and it's fur camouflages it. It is white or slate blue during the winter and a dull brown during the summer. It does not really fight back and it is sneaky and wise. I am doing a science project on arctic foxes and I have been very disappointed with the answer on this subject of how it protects its self. I wish I had more answers to give you, but this is the best I can find.
-Crazy Lala
Uses the camouflage of its fur to blend into the snow.
Uses the camouflage of its fur to blend into the snow.
When fighting another arctic fox, they will first yell and charge each other, like a game of chicken. Most of the time a fight ends here, but sometimes they will fight via teeth and claw like toe nails. When threatened by a polar bear they will run away. I can't think of any other animal they would (naturally) come into battle with.
How long do Arctic foxes give birth after they mate?
Breeding usually takes place in April and May and babies born June and July after a 52 day gestation period.
How long is the Arctic fox from head to tail?
The length of the head and body is 55 cm (21.7 in) in the male and 53 cm (20.9 in) in the female. The tail is 31 cm (12.2 in) long in the male and 30 cm (11.8 in) long in the female. It is 25-30 cm (9.8-11.8 in) high at the shoulder.
Are Arctic foxes endotherms or ectotherm?
Yes. A red fox is endothermic, able to maintain its own body temperature. It is a mammal, and mammals and birds are endothermic. The term 'endothermic' is the biological term for an animal that is warm-blooded.
What are some character traits of an Arctic fox or any fox in general?
long snouts, big ears, bushy tails, small paws.... :3 adorableness very catlike... but also doglike :3 dog + cat = fox! :D
What is the difference between male and female Arctic foxes?
One way to tell the difference between a male and female fox is by their length. Female foxes are usually larger than male foxes. Males tend to weigh more than female fox as well as have broader heads than females.
___Annie
How many babies can an arctic fox have?
An average litter contains six to eight kits, however there may be as many as twenty.
Yes an Arctic fox is a mammal it has fur and feeds milk to its babies,Just like all other foxes. yes arctic foxes are mammals ..
What are Arctic conditions like?
The Arctic region is unique in comparison to Earth's other ecosystems. It consists of a vast, ice-covered ocean surrounded by treeless permafrost. Recently, the existence of sea ice has declined. Life in the Arctic includes zooplankton and phytoplankton, fish and marine mammals, birds, land animals, plants, and human societies. It often has cold and extreme weather conditions.
How many Arctic foxes are left in captivity?
in 2003 the Arctic fox was not endangered world wide and it is estimated that there are several thousand Arctic foxes in the world.
about 10000
How does the Arctic fox survive the harsh winters in the tundra?
The Arctic fox is specifically made to survive extreme cold weathers, it has a very thick fur coat that keeps it very warm. It knows how to hunt and camouflage itself in the snow.
it uses its heavy winter caost to stay warm
