Fennec Fox by Ghirin

The fennec fox, smaller than a housecat, is the smallest of the foxes. This fox is commonly found in the desert areas of northern Africa and northern Arabia. It is able to withstand the extreme heat of the desert day by remaining submerged in a grass-lined burrow that may be up to 3 feet deep and 31 feet long. The fennec fox also has very large ears in proportion to its head. These large ears are useful for radiating heat, and may also help it locate its prey, especially rodents, lizards and insects. Fennec foxes also grub for roots and other plant foods. These plant foods may provide an important secondary source of water (primary being desert waterholes).

(Information and photograph from: www.pbs.org/sahara/wildlife/fennec1.htm.)

Created by Ghirin 2003

Updated 2010-11-03

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