Endemic to North Africa, the Fennec Fox is an omnivore species inhabiting sahara desert habitats. Weighing 0.8–1.6 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Fennec Fox | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.2 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 90% |
| Height | 30 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 32 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 9% |
| Avg Speed | 32 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Fennec Fox inhabits sahara desert habitats. It can be found in North Africa.
Typical coloring: Cream.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Fennec Fox is a solitary species belonging to the Canidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Fennec Fox is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Fennec Fox’s weight of 0.8–1.6 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #48 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 Fennec Fox weigh?
A Fennec Fox typically weighs 0.8–1.6 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Fennec Fox?
The Fennec Fox is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Fennec Fox live?
The Fennec Fox is found in North Africa, in sahara desert habitats.
How does the Fennec Fox reproduce?
The Fennec Fox has a gestation period of 50–52 days and typically produces 2-5 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026