The fennec, also known as the desert fox, is a small carnivorous mammal of the canid family. It is characterized by its long, narrow ears, which can measure up to 15 cm in length, and its soft, white fur.
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The fennec is one of the animals endemic to the Sahara desert, and is able to survive in extreme conditions of heat and drought. It feeds mainly on small insects, lizards and small reptiles, but can also eat fruit and herbs.
The fennec is a nocturnal animal that spends most of the day sleeping in burrows dug with its claws. It develops a certain survival strategy to avoid dehydration by limiting water loss through evaporation from its legs and ears.
The fennec is small but sturdy, and able to adapt to different environments. Unfortunately, it is threatened by the loss of their natural habitat and captivity for the exotic animal trade.
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