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10:30am May 1, 2012

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Fennec Fox

Fennec Foxes are the world’s smallest wild canine, weighing in at just under 3.5 pounds in adulthood. In contrast to their small stature, Fennecs have distinctively large ears that can reach a length of up to six inches; about one-third of their body length.  Their ears serve as “radiators” that dissipate heat enabling the foxes to stay cool. They also enhance the fox’s acute sense of hearing, helping them detect prey. 

Fennec Foxes are nocturnal animals native to the deserts of North Africa that hunt small rodents, birds, eggs, lizards and insects. Their cream-colored coats allow them to blend in with their desert surroundings.

Photo Credits: Tad Motoyama / Los Angeles Zoo

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    Fennec Foxes are by far one of the cutest animals on earth.
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