Nama Saintifik
Vulpes Zerda
Tinggi
N/A
Berat
0.68 - 1.6 kg
Jangka Hayat
8 - 10 years
Jumlah
N/A
Nama Samaran
Naruto, Hinata
Fennec Fox
Maklumat
The Fennec Fox (Vulpes zerda) is a small fox native to the deserts of North Africa. It is the smallest fox species in the world. Its fur, ears, and kidneys have adapted to the high-temperature desert environment with limited water. The Fennec Fox’s large ears not only assist in exceptional hearing to detect prey underground but also help in reducing heat. Indigenous people of North Africa value the Fennec’s fur, and in some parts of the world, it is considered an exotic pet.
Tabiat Pemakanan
In the wild, the Fennec Fox feeds on insects—mainly grasshoppers and locusts—as well as small rodents, lizards, birds, and their eggs. They also consume roots, fruits, and leaves, which help them stay hydrated.
Habitat
The Fennec Fox is found in North Africa, throughout the Sahara Desert, and eastwards to Sinai and Arabia. They prefer sandy deserts and barren areas with desert grasses or shrub vegetation.
Fakta Menarik !
- The Fennec Fox is the smallest fox in the world.
- Its large ears help reduce heat and enable it to hear prey moving underground.