Its most distinctive feature is its unusually large ears, which serve to dissipate heat and listen for underground prey. The fennec fox (vulpes zerda) is the smallest member of the canid family, instantly recognized by their oversized ears and compact body Fennec foxes are the smallest species of fox known for their large ears
Fennec Fox
Learn how these creatures survive the extreme conditions of their sahara habitat.
The fennecs are most recognizable by their large ears, reaching 4 to 6 inches in length
Those ears not only help them listen for prey underground, but also serve to dissipate excess heat of the desert. These small canids are prevalent throughout the sahara from morocco to sinai and arabia.
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