Latin Name Lycalopex fulvipes Conservation Status Critically Endangered Location South America Colour Dark Grey Length 53 cms (21 inches) Tail 22 cms (9 inches) Weight 2 - 3 Kgs (4.4 - 6.6 lbs) Life Expectancy Up to 7 Yrs (Wild) Main Characteristics



Darwin's Foxes have a body length of approximately 53 cms (21 inches), a tail length of approximately 22 cms (9 inches), and they weigh between 2 and 3 kgs (4.4 - 6.6 lbs). They are dark grey in colour with a pale coloured underside



Habitat



Darwin's Foxes can be found in the temperate forests of Chile, South America. They exist in two small, distinct populations; one population is on the island of Chiloé and they other is in the Nahuelbuta National Park.



Diet



Darwin's Foxes mainly feed on small mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects and fruits.



Breeding



Little is known about reproduction in Darwin's Foxes. They breed once a year in October and they produce litters of 2 - 3 cubs.



Predators



Predators of Darwin's Foxes have not been documented.



Subspecies



There are no subspecies of Darwin's Fox.



Interesting Facts



Darwin's Foxes are also known as:

Darwin Fox

Darwin's Zorro

Zorro Chilote

Zorro de Chilote

Zorro de Darwin



Darwin's Foxes are named after Charles Darwin.



Similar Animals



South American Grey Fox

Culpeo Fox

Pampas Fox

Sechuran Fox

Hoary Fox

Grey Fox

Island Fox

Bat-Eared Fox