Rotfuchs vs Yellow Map Lichen

Vulpes vulpes compared with Rhizocarpon geographicum

Taxonomic Classification

Rank Rotfuchs Yellow Map Lichen
Kingdom Animalia (Tier) Fungi (Pilze)
Phylum Chordata (Chordatiere) Ascomycota (Schlauchpilze)
Class Mammalia (Säugetiere) Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)
Order Carnivora (Raubtiere) Rhizocarpales (Rhizocarpales)
Family Canidae (Dogs & Wolves) Rhizocarpaceae
Genus Vulpes (Foxes) Rhizocarpon
Species Vulpes vulpes Rhizocarpon geographicum

Conservation Status

Rotfuchs

LC — Least Concern

Trend: Stable →

Yellow Map Lichen

LC — Least Concern

Physical Characteristics

Attribute Rotfuchs Yellow Map Lichen
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).

Yellow Map Lichen

Habitat

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Range

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

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.

Yellow Map Lichen

No description available.

Shared Countries

Both species can be found in 4 countries:

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