Mammalia
LC
Least Concern
Least Concern (LC)
It is widespread or abundant and currently faces a low risk.
IUCN Red List classification
Omnivore
Fennec fox
Vulpes zerda
The fennec fox is a small fox with enormous heat-dissipating ears.
Natural habitat
Sandy deserts and semi-arid areas.
Geographic distribution
The Sahara and Sinai Peninsula.
Diet
Insects, small vertebrates, eggs, roots and fruit.
Key characteristics
A small fox with enormous heat-dissipating ears.
It obtains much of its required water from food.
