fennec

noun

fen·nec | \ˈfe-nik

\

Definition of fennec

: a small pale-fawn fox (Vulpes zerda synonym Fennecus zerda) with large ears that inhabits the deserts of northern Africa and Arabia

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The event also featured a lemur, two macaws, and an African fennec fox. — CBS News, "Florida high school regrets displaying caged tiger at prom," 14 May 2018 In addition to the caged tiger, school officials said a lemur, two macaws and an African fennec fox were also on site. — Fiza Pirani, ajc, "Caged tiger at Florida prom prompts backlash over ‘exploiting animals’," 14 May 2018

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