wrangel / Getty Images. Whereas the red fox — the fennec fox's more prevalent and widely distributed relative — is typically about 3 feet long, 2 feet tall, and weighs between 6 and 30 pounds ...

The fennec fox is the smallest canid species in the world, averaging three and a half pounds and usually topping out at about 12 inches in length. Its ears alone can be three to six inches tall.

The big-eared fennec fox (Vulpes zerda) is the most popular pet fox. They are bred privately across the U.S. and cost several thousand dollars. Their small size, long lifespan, ...

With big ears and cute little faces, the fennec fox lives in the deserts of North Africa. They're the smallest wild dog, weighing in at only 2 to 3 pounds. Their ears — as big as half their body ...

Two African sand cats and two African fennec foxes are now on display near the lion exhibit at the zoo. The cat brothers are named Anubis and Osiris. The fox sisters are named Pink and Adele.

Small desert carnivores like the Black-footed cat, Sand cat and Fennec fox are often overlooked – but they are among the most vulnerable species in the world. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens ...