India, Nepal, BhutanFound in grasslands habitats across India, Nepal, Bhutan, the Bengal Fox is an omnivore member of the Canidae family. Weighing 2.5–4 kg, it is well below average among omnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Bengal Fox | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.3 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 73% |
| Height | 37.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 35 km/h | ↑ 14% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Bengal Fox inhabits grasslands habitats. It can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan.
Typical coloring: Yellowish-gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Bengal Fox is a solitary species belonging to the Canidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Bengal Fox is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Bengal Fox’s weight of 2.5–4 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #41 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Bengal Fox weigh?
A Bengal Fox typically weighs 2.5–4 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Bengal Fox?
The Bengal Fox is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Bengal Fox live?
The Bengal Fox is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, in grasslands habitats.
How does the Bengal Fox reproduce?
The Bengal Fox has a gestation period of 50–60 days and typically produces 2-5 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026