Rotfuchs vs Species code: Zl

Vulpes vulpes compared with Zostera caulescens

Key Differences

  • Rotfuchs is Least Concern while Species code: Zl is Near Threatened.

Taxonomic Classification

Rank Rotfuchs Species code: Zl
Kingdom Animalia (Tier) Plantae (Pflanzen)
Phylum Chordata (Chordatiere) Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class Mammalia (Säugetiere) Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order Carnivora (Raubtiere) Alismatales (Froschlöffelartige)
Family Canidae (Dogs & Wolves) Zosteraceae
Genus Vulpes (Foxes) Zostera
Species Vulpes vulpes Zostera caulescens

Conservation Status

Rotfuchs

LC — Least Concern

Trend: Stable →

Species code: Zl

NT — Near Threatened

Physical Characteristics

Attribute Rotfuchs Species code: Zl
Diet Omnivore
Average Lifespan 5 years
Average Length 70 cm
Average Weight 6.0 kg

Habitat & Geographic Range

Rotfuchs

Habitat

Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.

Range

Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Israel), Europe (8 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina).

Species code: Zl

Habitat

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Rotfuchs

The most widespread wild carnivore on Earth, red foxes have colonized habitats from Arctic tundra to urban environments across the Northern Hemisphere and introduced ranges in Australia. Recognized by their russet coat, white belly, and bushy tail. Highly adaptable omnivores, red foxes eat everything from rabbits and voles to fruit and human refuse. They communicate with over 40 distinct vocalizations.

Species code: Zl

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