Vulpes macrotis
Kit Fox
WILL'S SKULL PAGE
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Taxonomists are still debating whether the Kit Fox and Swift Fox (V. velox) are conspecific, with the current concensus tending towards two separate species. (ref.)
1. Kit Fox skull, lateral view Click for larger image and collection data
Internet Resources
Wilson & Reeder's Taxonomic List
References
Waithman, A. & Roest, A. 1977. A Taxonomic Study of the Kit Fox, Vulpes macrotis; J. Mammalogy 58:
Taxonomy: Order - Carnivora (typical carnivores) Suborder - Caniformia (dog-like) Family - Canidae (dogs)
Scientific Name: Vulpes "fox" macrotis "large-eared"
Dental Formula U 3.1.4.2 - L 3.1.4.3
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