Hoary Fox (Lycalopex vetula) — Data Deficient Mammalia

Hoary Fox

Lycalopex vetula

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Carnivora · Canidae

About

The hoary fox or hoary zorro, also known as raposinha-do-campo in Brazil, is a species of zorro or "false" fox endemic to Brazil. Unlike many other foxes, it feeds primarily on small invertebrates such as insects.

Fun Fact

Unlike many other foxes, it feeds primarily on small invertebrates such as insects.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurrence of the hoary fox in areas of the Atlantic Forest is in a matrix of anthropogenic pastures, regionally interspersed by remnants of semideciduous forest and small patches of Cerrado.

Diet

Eat insects, especially termites, dung beetles, and grasshoppers, but also may eat rodents, small birds, and fruit.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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