Darwin's Fox

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.