Jun 6, 2022 · Arctic foxes have incredibly keen noses; they are capable of smelling a polar bear kill from as far as 40 kilometres away, and can sniff out a frozen lemming beneath 70 centimetres of snow.

Not far from the North Pole, the world is frozen for thousands of miles. Suddenly a snowy mound wiggles and reveals two dark eyes. The lump is transformed into the furry white body of a lone...

Jan 21, 2025 · Ever wondered how arctic foxes travel great distances, marching through snow and ice without getting frostbite? The answer is their thick furry footpads that offer protection from the cold, just like snow shoes.

Arctic foxes tend to select dens that are easily accessible with many entrances, and that are clear from snow and ice making it easier to burrow in. The Arctic fox builds and chooses dens that face southward towards the sun, which makes the den warmer.

Through icy winds and endless snowfields, this Arctic fox embarks on a breathtaking journey across one of Earth’s harshest environments.👉 Subscribe to GeoBe...

Arctic foxes (also sometimes called the polar fox, white fox or snow fox) are true animals of the far north, they live their whole lives above the northern tree line in the Arctic tundra.

Even though temperatures can descend to minus 50 degrees Celsius, the Arctic fox’s luxurious winter coat keeps its body temperature at a cosy 40 degrees Celsius. Their snowy white colouring helps them blend in with their icy surroundings and hide from predators.

Oct 17, 2024 · The fox, which experts determined is female, might look bigger because of her fluffy white fur, but she only weighs about six and a half pounds and is 35 inches long.

The Arctic fox is primarily a carnivore that lives inland, away from the coasts. They are dependent on the presence of smaller animals (most often lemmings) to survive. Arctic foxes also hunt for sea birds, fish, and other marine life.

The Arctic fox can easily hear lemmings burrowing under 4-5 inches (10-12 cm) of snow. When it has located its prey, the fox pounces, and punches through the snow to catch its prey.