fennec (Meaning)

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fennec (n.)

A small, African, foxlike animal (Vulpes zerda) of a pale fawn color, remarkable for the large size of its ears.

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fennec Sentence Examples

  1. The fennec fox, with its large ears and small size, is a unique and captivating desert creature.
  2. Native to the Sahara and Arabian deserts, the fennec has adapted remarkably to its arid environment.
  3. Weighing only about 2 pounds, the fennec is the smallest member of the fox family.
  4. The fennec's large ears, which can grow up to 6 inches long, help to dissipate heat and regulate its body temperature.
  5. With dense fur and a thick tail, the fennec can withstand the scorching daytime temperatures and frigid nighttime temperatures of the desert.
  6. Fennecs are nocturnal hunters, using their keen hearing and eyesight to locate prey in the darkness.
  7. Their diet consists primarily of insects, rodents, and reptiles, with the occasional bird or plant matter.
  8. Fennecs live in small family groups, occupying burrows that provide shelter from the sun and predators.
  9. These playful and social animals communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including barks, howls, and yelps.
  10. Although classified as Least Concern by the IUCN, fennecs face threats from habitat loss, hunting, and illegal pet trade.

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A small, African, foxlike animal (Vulpes zerda) of a pale fawn color, remarkable for the large size of its ears.

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The fennec fox, with its large ears and small size, is a unique and captivating desert creature.

Native to the Sahara and Arabian deserts, the fennec has adapted remarkably to its arid environment.

Weighing only about 2 pounds, the fennec is the smallest member of the fox family.

The fennec's large ears, which can grow up to 6 inches long, help to dissipate heat and regulate its body temperature.