Monday mood? This grumpy-looking fennec fox (Vulpes zerda). Found in the deserts of North Africa, this critter is the smallest canid of all, typically reaching weights of only 3 pounds (1.4 kg)! It also has the largest ears (relative to body size) of any canine, which disperse heat and help this mammal hear prey moving under the sand. This critter is well-adapted to its arid habitat: It’s able to go long periods without drinking water by obtaining moisture from its food!

Photo: Tambako The Jaguar, CC BY-ND 2.0, flickr

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