What is a Kit Fox
What is a Kit Fox Overview
Takes most of the water it needs from food it eats.
Small physical size, can rid itself of body heat in summer.
Large ears radiate heat from body and detected sounds of small prey.
Very dense hair on feet increases traction and ability to dig in sand.
Most abundant carnivore in sandy desert areas, associated with the many species of kangaroo rat, a major source of food.
Male assists in raising young, and if female is killed, he is capable of finishing the task alone.
Taxonomy
Size and Body Description
About the size of a house cat
Color gray with buff sides and underside of tail.
Very large ears.
Length
15 to 20 inches (38 to 50 cm) long, plus tail 8 to 12 inches (23 to 30 cm) long.
Weight 3 to 6 pounds (1.5 to 3 kg).
Diet
Rodents, birds, insects, lizards, some plants.
A Kit Fox puppy and mother outside their den in Utah
Reproduction
Range
Where Found
Throughout Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and southern California deserts.
How Long do What is a Kit Fox Live
What is a Kit Fox Diet
Rodents, birds, insects, lizards, some plants.
Water Sources
Protection
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References Used
transcription of the above sign found at the Valley of Fire Visitor Center.