Fennec foxes are mammals found in Africa and Asia.
The fennec fox is the smallest species of fox. It grows to 24-41 centimeters (9.5-16 inches) long. This fox has very large ears, which help heat escape from its body. Its furred soles are adapted for walking on hot sand.
The fennec is mainly nocturnal. It has a varied diet, eating fruit, seeds, eggs, termites, and lizards.
The fennec fox’s creamy-yellow coat gives it camouflage against the desert sand.
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