Domestication started just 55 years ago, but because Russian geneticists methodically bred just the friendliest foxes, a handful of charming, domesticated and trainable foxes are available today.
Scientific Info
Scientific Name |
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Vulpes vulpes |
Type |
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Mammal |
Diet |
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Carnivore |
Size |
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40cm - 83cm (16in - 33in) |
Weight |
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5kg - 11kg (11lbs - 24lbs) |
Top Speed |
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48km/h (29mph) |
Life Span |
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3 - 11 years |
Lifestyle |
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Solitary |
Conservation Status |
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Threatened |
Appearance
Colour |
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Brown, Black, Tan, Red |
Skin Type |
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Fur |
Favourite Food |
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Rabbit |
Habitat |
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Woodland areas and urban parks |
Average Clutch Size |
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5 |
Main Prey |
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Rabbits, Birds, Lizards |
Predators |
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Human, Bears, Eagles |
Distinctive Features |
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Pointed ears and long bushy tail |