Cape fox
The Cape fox (Vulpes chama) is an omnivorous mammal native to Africa.
The Cape fox, also called the asse, cama fox or the silver-backed fox, is a small species of fox, native to southern Africa. It is the only "true fox" occurring in sub-Saharan Africa, and it retains primitive characteristics of Vulpes because it diverged early in the evolutionary history of the grou — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Vulpes chama
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Canidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 3 kg
- Length
- 53 cm
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a Cape fox eat?
The cape fox is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
How big is a Cape fox?
The cape fox weighs around 3 kg and measures about 53 cm.
Where do Cape foxs live?
Cape foxs are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the cape fox endangered?
The cape fox is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.