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Fennec Foxes

The Fennec Fox is the smallest species of fox. Adapted to its habitat, the Sahara desert, the Fennec Fox has a light brown coat to camouflage in the sandy environment and large ears that helps it to cool down in the heat. In this category, there are questions relating to the Fennec fox’s structure, adaptation, diet, etc.

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Why are fennec foxes nocturnal?

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Because it mostly comes out at night and has good eyesight for the dark.

How far can a fennec fox hear?

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I'm pretty sure they here through their ears, just like most other animals.

What are a fennec foxes behavioral adaptations?

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THey live in groups, unlike other foxes. That makes them better pets, because they are used to other creatures.

Is the fennec fox extinct?

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No, the fennec fox is in no danger of extinction.

Do fennec foxes live in packs?

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Yes it does it lives in a pack of 6 or less

What are the fennec fox's natural enemies?

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A fennec foxes' enemies are vultures, jackals, pesticides

but it's main enemies are caracals,eagles and owls.

Where do fennecs live?

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The fennec is a fox found in the Sahara of northern Africa,

Are fennec foxes good pets?

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Yes, they can bring joy to people - however they are better in the wild - since they aren't domesticated. If you are going to buy a Fennec fox please reconsider, and re home a dog or cat instead.

How does fennec foxs adapt to its habitat life?

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A fennecfox need to survive is its big fluffy soft ears from the hot sun

Is the fennec fox dangerous?

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The Fennec Fox can be dangerous during breeding season, but usually can be quite sane - many people have them as pets!

Do fennec foxes store food for the winter?

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They dig a hole in the sand and wait for the weather to warm up.

What birds of prey eats foxes?

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  • well it depends on what bird it is like a eagle of hawk or a buzzer would all eat a DEAD fox but the would never try to kill a live one.

Can fennec foxes climb trees that good?

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No, fennecs are not good tree climbers. Only the gray fox which has partially retractable claws is a tree climber.

Are fennec fox with fur?

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Yes, naturally so. They resemble a normal fox with four legs although they are small creatures, averaging just above 3 pounds. Their most distinguished characteristic is their oversized ears.

Where do fennec foxes originate from?

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Northern Africa, specifically in the Sahara.

How can you get a fennec fox?

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Simple. Get one from a store or capture one.

In the United States and Canada , there are good breeders. Here is a link to a directory:

http://www.fennecfoxes.net/breeders.html They sell from $800.00-1500.00

You must consider that buying wild animals as companions, is generally not the best idea. Adopting an injured fennec fox is a better one. Of course, you would need a license.

When were fennec foxes declared endangered?

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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.

Does a dolphin come out in day or night?

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Dolphins "don't come out". They can be seen at all hours.

How is it possible that the chihuahua could be related to the fennec fox?

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In all reality there is absolutely no way a Fennec fox can be part Chihuahua or visa versa. Their chromosomes are a different number. Dogs have 39 and Fennecs have 32 so there is no possible way they would be crossed. im sorry about that but the chihuahua is part fox so that ^^^ is wrong havea nice day >^.^<

What are all the colors of fennec foxes?

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the colors are a sandy color the main color because of there natural habitat the desert and they have little black and white

Is it legal to own red foxes in Arizona?

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No, it is not currently legal to own the Red Fox in TN, as it is a protected species. However there is legislation being worked on currently (6-2012) and being pushed through the houses to change this.

As their natural habitat is destroyed, they become further threatened. The idea of allowing them to be kept in order to maintain their population numbers, even if it's in captivity has been raised, so it may be legal in the near future.

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

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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.

How much do fennec foxes cost?

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$1000 to around $20,000 it said
My fennec fox is costing me $1200. I had to make a $250 non-refundable deposit to show intent to purchase. Fennecs are not the pet for you if you don't have a huge amount of time in your day to devote to training them. They are much smarter than a dog or cat and get into trouble.