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Kit fox

Vulpes macrotis

Kit fox (Vulpes macrotis)Common
Mammalcarnivore

The kit fox is a small fox native to the dry regions of the Southwestern United States and Mexico. Known for its oversized ears, it thrives in arid landscapes where few other animals can survive.

  • It has large ears adapted to its hot desert habitat.
  • It is one of the smallest fox species in North America.
  • Its range includes parts of the U.S. and Mexico.
DesertNorth America
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Vulpes macrotis
Habitat
Desert
Regions in this directory
North America
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
small
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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