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The Bat-eared fox (Otocyon megalotis) is a species of fox that lives in the African savanna. Fossil records indicate this canid first appeared during the middle Pleistocene. It is named for its large ears, which have a role in thermoregulation.
The Bat-eared Fox is a species of very ancient canines that was widely distributed in the middle Pleistocene era, around 800,000 years ago. These foxes are found only in the continent of Africa and are known for their large, bizarre, bat-like ears.
The bat-eared fox, named for its big ears, is running out of living space as human populations grow and increasingly encroach on fox habitat. See what AWF is doing to protect bat-eared foxes in Africa.
Young bat-eared foxes disperse and leave their family groups at 5–6 months old and reach sexual maturity at 8–9 months. [3] Bat-eared foxes have been recorded reaching maximum lifespans of over 14 to 17 years in captivity. [30] [31]
It lives alone or in small groups and feeds primarily on insects, especially termites. Litters contain two to five young; gestation lasts 60 to 70 days. 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.
Lifespan. The bat-eared fox, native to the African savannas, is known for its distinctive large ears and insectivorous diet. These foxes play a crucial role in controlling insect populations and are highly adapted to their arid habitats. Here’s an overview of the bat-eared fox’s lifespan and the threats it faces:
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).
