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fennec
Vulpes zerda
Least Concern
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<speciesfyi-species slug="fennec"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Names in Other Languages
French
Fennec
German
Wüstenfuchs
Arabic
Aqorchi
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Tilki
Vulpes vulpes
Least Concern
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Vulpes cana
Least Concern
Cape fox
Vulpes chama
Least Concern
Corsac fox
Vulpes corsac
Least Concern
Pale fox
Vulpes pallida
Least Concern
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Vulpes rueppellii
Least Concern
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kit fox
Vulpes macrotis
Least Concern
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Tibetan fox
Vulpes ferrilata
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of fennec?
The scientific name of fennec is Vulpes zerda. It belongs to the genus Vulpes.
What is the conservation status of fennec?
fennec (Vulpes zerda) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does fennec belong to?
fennec (Vulpes zerda) belongs to the genus Vulpes, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.
Is fennec endangered?
No, fennec (Vulpes zerda) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does fennec belong to?
fennec (Vulpes zerda) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of fennec?
The closest relatives of fennec in the genus Vulpes include Tilki, Blanford's fox, Cape fox, Corsac fox, Pale fox.
Genus Vulpes — 11 Species
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LC
Tilki
Vulpes vulpes
Blanford's fox
Vulpes cana
Cape fox
Vulpes chama
Corsac fox
Vulpes corsac
Pale fox
Vulpes pallida
Ru[..]ppell's fox
Vulpes rueppellii
kit fox
Vulpes macrotis
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LC
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fennec
Vulpes zerda
Tibetan fox
Vulpes ferrilata
Arctic fox
Vulpes lagopus
swift fox
Vulpes velox
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