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Pampas fox

Pampas fox
Photo: Frank Thomas Sautter · CC0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Pampas fox (Lycalopex gymnocercus) is an omnivorous mammal native to South America.

The Pampas fox, also known as the grey pampean fox, Pampas zorro, Azara's fox, or Azara's zorro, is a medium-sized zorro, or "false" fox, native to the South American Pampas. Azara in some of its alternative common names is a reference to Spanish naturalist Félix de Azara. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Lycalopex gymnocercus
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Canidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
South America
Weight
5 kg
Length
62 cm
Lifespan
13.7 years
Activity
Diurnal
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Pampas fox eat?

The pampas fox is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a Pampas fox?

The pampas fox weighs around 5 kg and measures about 62 cm.

How long do Pampas foxs live?

In the wild, the pampas fox can live up to about 13.7 years.

Where do Pampas foxs live?

Pampas foxs are found in South America, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the pampas fox endangered?

The pampas fox is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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