Fox is a mammal that usually lives in woodland areas and urban parks. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore. Fox which scientific name is vulpes vulpes usually has a size 40cm - 83cm (16in - 33in). The average weight is 5kg - 11kg (11lbs - 24lbs). These mammals usually live 3 - 11 years. The maximum speed it is able to reach is 48km/h (29mph).
Facts about foxs
Name | Fox |
Order | Carnivora |
Size (L) | 40cm - 83cm (16in - 33in) |
Diet | Carnivore |
Main Prey | Rabbits, birds, lizards |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Weight | 5kg - 11kg (11lbs - 24lbs) |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Type | Mammal |
Class | Mammalia |
Colour | Brown, black, tan, red |
Predators | Human, bears, eagles |
Average Litter Size | 5 |
Life Span | 3 - 11 years |
Family | Canidae |
Top Speed | 48km/h (29mph) |
Phylum | Chordata |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Scientific Name | Vulpes vulpes |
Genus | Vulpini |
Habitat | Woodland areas and urban parks |
Skin Type | Fur |
Distinctive Features | Pointed ears and long bushy tail |