Small-eared Dog by BigCatKeeper

Small-eared Dog

Author: BigCatKeeper

Also known as the Small-Eared Fox, Small-Eared Zorro, Short-Eared Fox, and Dusicyon Microtis.

They have a thick, stocky body set on relatively short narrow legs. Their muzzle is very long and thin, with short, rounded ears set to the sides of the head. They range from dark reddish-grey to black on their backs, blending to a rufous color underneath. Their undersides have pale-colored parts. Their bushy tail has very thick, black hair.

Their paws are partially webbed, suggesting that they may be somewhat aquatic.

Average height is 10 in. (25 cm), weighing 22 lb (10 kg).

Small-Eared Dog can be either nocturnal or diurnal, and natives report that they are solitary. For the most part, they seem to be docile and non-aggressive towards humans. Males seem to have a musky odour that females do not.

The most urgent threat to this dog is habitat loss, since they only thrive in areas undisturbed by humans. Jaguars, ocelots and cougars are all potential predators of this much smaller fox.

Small Eared Dog created by Bigcatkeeper

Updated 2010-11-06

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