Fun Facts You Didn't Know About Fennec Foxes

The fennec fox is a standout among fox species. It is native to the Sahara Desert of northern Africa and can be found as far east as Kuwait. This species is uniquely adapted for life in a harsh desert setting, from its small size to its enormous ears. Meet this much-loved fox species and learn about how it thrives in one of the planet's harshest environments.

This may be why people are so keen to adopt them as pets, the foxes are known to purr when they're feeling happy or excited. When you come across snoozing foxes in the wild (or in your friend's house), take time to listen to their sweet sounds. If their gigantic bat-ears haven't already given it away, they have an advantage over us when it comes to hearing. The foxes can hear the simplest movement from their prey and predators, allowing them to make their attack or dart away to safety. Their ears are the largest known ears of all foxes which is ironic considering the foxes are the smallest breed, too.