Scientific Name – Vulpes zerda

Classification – Carnivore

Gender Names – Male – reynard; Female – vixen; Baby – kitten

Collective Noun – Leash or skulk

Average Length – 36 – 44 cm (16 – 18 inches)

Average Height – 20 – 23 cm (8 – 10 inches)

Average Weight – 1 – 1.5 kg (2.2 to 3.3 lbs)

Top Speed – 45 km/h (28 mph)

Life Expectancy –  12 years

Mating Season –  no particular season

Pregnancy – 51 – 53 days

Special Features – They have large ears 15cm (6 inches) long. They are very agile and can dig at a rapid speed. This allows them to hide from potential predators.

Family Unit – They live in small communities of around 10. They are territorial and mark their territory with urine.

Geographical Distribution -North Africa

World Population – Not known

Conservation Status – Least concern

Natural Habitat – deserts and semi-arid regions

Diet – omnivore – plants, rodents, eggs, reptiles, and insects

Predators – African varieties of eagle owls, hyenas and humans

 

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