Category: Mammalia

The corsac fox is a small canid native to the steppes and semi-arid regions of Central Asia. It has a pale gray coat that provides excellent camouflage in its open habitat and is known for its agility and speed.

The fennec fox is a small, nocturnal canid native to the Sahara Desert. Its oversized ears help dissipate heat and detect prey underground. Adapted to harsh desert life, it has a pale coat and a highly efficient water-conserving physiology.

The kit fox is a small canid found in arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is known for its large ears and ability to survive in extreme desert climates by relying on prey such as rodents and insects.

The swift fox is a small canid native to North America’s Great Plains. It is one of the fastest canids, with a distinctive yellowish-gray coat. Swift fox populations are recovering after being nearly wiped out in the 20th century.

The Cape fox is a small canid native to southern Africa, characterized by its silvery coat and bushy tail. It is nocturnal and omnivorous, feeding on a variety of small mammals, insects, and fruits.

Blanford’s fox is a small, desert-dwelling canid found in the Middle East and South Asia. It has a slender build, bushy tail, and large ears, which help it regulate body temperature and detect prey in arid conditions.

The pale fox is a small canid native to the Sahel region of Africa. It is well-adapted to sandy and arid environments, with a light-colored coat and long legs suited for life in hot climates.

Rüppell’s fox is a small canid found in desert regions of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Known for its large ears and sandy coat, it is a nocturnal predator that preys on small mammals and insects.

The Bengal fox is a small canid native to the Indian subcontinent, where it inhabits grasslands, scrublands, and agricultural areas. Its reddish-brown coat and long bushy tail make it a striking figure in its environment.

The Tibetan sand fox is a medium-sized fox native to the Tibetan Plateau. It has a uniquely square-shaped head and a dense, sandy-colored coat, perfectly adapted to its cold, arid habitat.