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
- 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.
- With dense fur and a thick tail, the fennec can withstand the scorching daytime temperatures and frigid nighttime temperatures of the desert.
- Fennecs are nocturnal hunters, using their keen hearing and eyesight to locate prey in the darkness.
- Their diet consists primarily of insects, rodents, and reptiles, with the occasional bird or plant matter.
- Fennecs live in small family groups, occupying burrows that provide shelter from the sun and predators.
- These playful and social animals communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including barks, howls, and yelps.
- 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.
