fennec

fen·nec | \ ˈfe-nik

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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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Recent Examples on the Web In 2015, both a Great Dane dog and fennec fox were found to have eyes crusted with green mucus. — Tessa Duvall, The Courier-Journal, "'Tiger Baby Playtime' roadside zoo's wildlife permit revoked by feds for 120+ violations," 7 Feb. 2020 Many desert animals, such as the fennec fox, are nocturnal, coming out to hunt only when the brutal sun has descended. — Christina Nunez, National Geographic, "Deserts, explained," 12 June 2019 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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11 Feb 2020

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“Fennec.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fennec. Accessed 18 Feb. 2020.

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