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Red Fox

Red Fox
Photo: Peter Trimming · CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) is a carnivorous mammal native to Europe and Oceania.

The red fox is the largest of the true foxes and one of the most widely distributed members of the order Carnivora. It is present across the entire Northern Hemisphere, including most of North America, Europe and Asia, as well as parts of North Africa. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Vulpes vulpes
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Canidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
Europe, Oceania
Weight
5 kg
Length
63 cm
Lifespan
21.3 years
Activity
Nocturnality
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Red Fox eat?

The red fox is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a Red Fox?

The red fox weighs around 5 kg and measures about 63 cm.

How long do Red Foxs live?

In the wild, the red fox can live up to about 21.3 years.

Where do Red Foxs live?

Red Foxs are found in Europe and Oceania, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the red fox endangered?

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

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