Artic fox
Class: Mammals
Order: Carnivora
Family: Canidae
Genus: Vulpes
Species: Lagopus
Geographic distribution: Arctic Circle and Arctic
Habitat: Arctic tundra.
Size: 55 to 75 cm
Lifespan: 15 years
Weight: 3 to 5 kg
Sexual Maturity: 10 months
Gestation: Approximately 2 months
Litter: 5 to 8 young
Diet: Omnivorous: insects, berries, carrion, invertebrates, marine mammals, seabirds, etc.
Protection Status: IUCN CR Status – Least Concern
Description
The arctic fox moults twice a year: in winter, it dons a white coat to blend more effectively into snowy landscapes, while in summer, its coat becomes very dark. Its long, bushy tail protects its paws and muzzle from the cold when it sleeps.
Menaces et conservation
The arctic fox has been driven out of certain regions due to competition with predators such as the red fox. Humans have also hunted it extensively for its fur. Despite this, population shave remained relatively stable.
