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Instead of drinking water, the Bat-eared fox obtains most of the moisture from its food. These foxes have 48 teeth, which is more than most mammals. The Bat-eared fox can recognize individuals up to 30 m (98 ft) away.
1 Σεπ 2011 · Bat-eared foxes (Otocyon megalotis) are considered the only truly insectivorous member of the canid family (Kuntzsch and Nel 1992) and their morphological adaptations for insectivory are considered extreme (Maas and Macdonald 2004).
The bat-eared fox refuses to feed on snouted harvester termites, likely because it is not adapted to tolerate termites' chemical defense. [3] Generally, bat-eared foxes meet their water requirements by the high water content of their diet. Water constitutes a critical resource during lactation.
1 Σεπ 2011 · Bat-eared foxes generally are considered to be insectivorous with a distinct specialisation on termites, however, our results indicated a much broader and opportunistic diet.
Bat-eared foxes (Otocyon megalotis) are considered the only truly insectivorous member of the canid family (Kuntzsch and Nel 1992) and their morphological adaptations for insectivory are con-sidered extreme (Maas and Macdonald 2004).
Bat-eared fox, (species Otocyon megalotis), large-eared fox, belonging to the dog family (Canidae), found in open, arid areas of eastern and southern Africa. It has 48 teeth, 6 more than any other canid. The bat-eared fox is like the red fox in appearance but has unusually large ears.
Benefits of group living for bat-eared foxes include increased termite harvesting, enhanced predator-detection, and the opportunity for offspring to learn by imitation what to eat and how to get it (Estes, 1991).
