Raposa

Vulpes vulpes

Least Concern →

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

5 years

Length

70 cm

Weight

6.0 kg

Trend

→ Stable

About

A raposa-vermelha (Vulpes vulpes) e o carnivoro selvagem de distribuicao mais ampla da Terra. Colonizou habitats que vao da tundra artica a ambientes urbanos em todo o hemisferio norte e em areas onde foi introduzida na Australia. Reconhecida pela pelagem ruiva, o ventre branco e a cauda espessa. Omnivora altamente adaptavel, a raposa-vermelha come de tudo, de coelhos e campanhois a frutos e restos humanos. Comunica-se com mais de 40 vocalizacoes distintas.

Fun Facts

✨ Red foxes can hear a watch ticking 40 yards away.
✨ A fox's tail helps it balance, like a cat's.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.

🌲 Forest 🏗️ Artificial - Terrestrial 🪴 Shrubland 🌿 Grassland

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇾 Cyprus 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇦🇷 Argentina 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇮🇱 Israel

Diet & Behavior

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Omnivore

Raposa is classified as omnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Omnivore

Plant ~60% Animal ~40%

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Population Trend

→ Stable

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)

Genus

Vulpes (Foxes)

Species

Vulpes vulpes (Raposa)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Zorro rojo

French renard, renard roux

German Rotfuchs

Portuguese Raposa

Russian Kрасная Лиса

Turkish Tilki

Similar Species in Vulpes

Arctic fox

Vulpes lagopus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Raposa?

The scientific name of Raposa is Vulpes vulpes. It belongs to the genus Vulpes.

What is the conservation status of Raposa?

Raposa (Vulpes vulpes) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.

Where does Raposa live?

Raposa is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Israel), Europe (8 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Norway.

What family does Raposa belong to?

Raposa (Vulpes vulpes) belongs to the genus Vulpes, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.

What does Raposa eat?

Raposa is omnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Raposa live?

Raposa has an average lifespan of approximately 5 years in the wild.

Is Raposa endangered?

No, Raposa (Vulpes vulpes) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Raposa belong to?

Raposa (Vulpes vulpes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).