Bat-eared foxes feed mainly on termites and beetles, which they locate by sound. They live in family groups and are often seen at dawn and dusk near their dens.
Carnivores
Bat-eared Fox
Otocyon megalotis
A small fox with huge ears that listens for insects underground.
Size
3-5 kg
Lifespan
6-13 years
Diet
Termites, beetles and small animals.
Habitat
Open short-grass plains and dry woodland.
About the bat-eared fox
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Their ears can be 13 cm long.
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They have up to 50 teeth, more than most carnivores.
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Families forage together and share the den.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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