Fennec Foxes

In the wild they usually won't exceed 10-12 years of age however in captivity they can live up to 20 years of age due to their healthy bodies which they have to have if they are supposed to survive in the harsh desert

The fennec fox's main predators are the various African varieties of eagle owl. Other possible predators include caracals, jackals, striped hyenas, and the saluki, a greyhound-like domestic dog local to the area. However, fennec foxes are considered very difficult to capture, and reports of predators other than the eagle owl are considered to be anecdotal and questionable.

The Fennec Foxes sizes are:

Head to body length: 9-16 inches (24-41 cm)

Tail length: 7-12 inches (18-31 cm)

Shoulder height: 8 inches (19-21 cm)

Ear length: 6 inches (15.24 cm)

Weight: 2-3.5 lbs (1-1.75 kg)

Like the size of a cat or chihuahua:)

A medium size dog
It varies and depends on the heredity of the parents

Some of the basic adaptations of the desert fox are its brown thin coat. This is because it needs to stay as cool as possible in the desert. The coat reflects heat in the daytime and insulates the fox at night. They have big ears as it helps to dissipate heat on hot days. It is also able to use it's tale to turn direction quickly when running.

the age limit for hunting is different in every state here in Idaho its 11 for birds and 12 for big game but ive heard in Montana u can hunt big game at 11

No, the fossa is a carnivore, and eat little animals and small monkeys.

They are under the list of undesirable species under 4VAC15-30-40. So unless you have a permit for one, then no- you can not legally own one.

The fennec lives in the northern parts of Africa.
Dens and burrows
The 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.

The life span of a fennec fox has been recorded as up to 14 years in captivity. However, in the wild it is considerably less.

Fennec foxes have thick fur that insulates them against cold temperatures, providing warmth during chilly nights in their desert habitat. The fur traps air close to their bodies, which acts as an insulating layer, reducing heat loss. Additionally, their fur is denser on the underside, which helps retain warmth while allowing for some heat dissipation during the hotter parts of the day. This adaptation allows them to thrive in extreme temperature fluctuations between day and night.

No, fennec foxes are omnivores.

Mammals are warm blooded

No, they require taurine in their diets. Although they are omnivores in the wild their nutritional requirements are closer to that of a carnivore.

A fox lives in the woods and on lower parts of mountains :). :p

The desert fox's large ear flaps enhance its hearing by increasing the surface area for sound waves to enter. This anatomical adaptation allows the fox to detect faint sounds in its arid environment, such as the movements of prey or potential predators. Additionally, the shape of the ears helps to funnel sound towards the inner ear, improving auditory sensitivity and directionality. As a result, the desert fox can effectively locate food and navigate its surroundings.

Desert foxes do not hibernate in the traditional sense, as they are adapted to their arid environments. Instead, they are primarily nocturnal, being most active during the cooler nighttime hours to avoid the extreme heat of the desert during the day. They may rest in burrows or sheltered areas to escape the heat, but this behavior is not true hibernation.

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A fox den typically ranges from 3 to 10 feet deep, depending on the species and the specific conditions of the environment. The entrance can be around 6 to 12 inches in diameter, and the den may have multiple chambers and tunnels. Foxes often dig their dens in well-drained areas with good cover, such as wooded or brushy regions.