Bat-eared fox

Bat-eared fox

Order : Carnivora
Family : Canidae
Genus : Otocyon

Facts about the genus Otocyon, the bat-eared fox

The distinguishing feature of the bat-eared fox is the long ears, measuring up to 4 1/2 in. (Full text)

Giraffe, kudu, warthog, jackal, hyena and bat-eared fox are also able to exist without copious water. (Full text)

Otocyon is placed in its own subfamily because it has more molars than other canids. (Full text)

The bat-eared fox is the only canid to have largely abandoned mammalian prey. (Full text)

The golden jackal is frequently seen during the day, while the black-backed jackal and bat-eared fox are most active after dark. (Full text)

The Bat-eared Fox is a canid of the African savanna. (Full text)

The teeth of the Bat-eared Fox are much smaller than teeth of other canid species. (Full text)

After a few seconds of frenzied digging, the bat-eared fox is usually rewarded with a juicy larva or millipede. (Full text)

Bat-eared fox are related to jackals and weigh less than 4 kg. (Full text)

Besides the large ears, the bat-eared fox is set apart from other foxes by its unique dentition. (Full text)

This little Bat-eared Fox is made by Hansa Plush. (Full text)

The genus name, Otocyon, is derived from the Greek words "oto" for ear and "cyon" for dog. (Full text)

Introduction - Bat-eared fox are monogamous and can often be found in groups comprising of a mated pair anr their offspring. (Full text)

The bat-eared fox is an endangered species due to the dissapearance of its natural environment and the trade in their skins. (Full text)

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