Bat-Eared Fox
Otocyon megalotis
Body Length:18"–24"
Tail Length: 9"–13.5"
Height:11.8–15.7" at the shoulder
Weight:5–11 lbs
Geographic Distribution:East Africa: Ethiopia,Southern Sudan, Tanzania; and Southern Africa: Kalahari Desert
Habitat:Arid grasslands, savannas, brush country, and deserts
Wild Diet:Termites, dung beetles and other arthropods, mice, and lizards
Zoo Diet:Commercial canine chow, crickets, mice, ribs, chopped fruit, and vegetables
Status in the Wild:Least Concern
Location:Desert's Edge