arctic fox wallpaper

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this colour allows the fox to change to blend into the summer tundra in july and august. this coat is much shorter than the winter coat. it has two winter colour phases, white and blue. the different colour phases may occur within the same litter and the proportion of each colour phase varies geographically. the white phase is much more prevalent in the nwt. the blue coat varies from grey to dark blue-black and occurs in about one per cent of inland populations and about one to five percent of foxes on coastal areas and the arctic islands. animal fox wallpapers free. the winter coat of the arctic fox makes it appear much larger than it really is.

the dense under fur and long guard hairs provide ample protection against the most bitter winter weather. arctic foxes are widely distributed throughout the arctic tundra of the nwt, including the arctic islands. the natural southern limit of its distribution is the treeline. some foxes venture into the boreal forest, especially when their food decreases on the tundra. they also move extensively over the polar ice cap. rabies is the most common disease affecting foxes in the nwt. animal fox wallpapers free. encephalitis and distemper are also fatal diseases that are more prevalent during years with high numbers of foxes. many foxes are infected with a variety of internal and external parasites. to live in such cold places, animal fox wallpapers free, arctic foxes have several adaptations that allow them to survive. their round, compact bodies minimize surface area that is exposed to the cold air. their muzzle, ears, and legs are short, which also conserves heat. of course, the defining feature of the arctic fox is their deep, thick fur which allows them to maintain a consistent body temperature. arctic foxes also have thick fur on their paws, which allows them to walk on both snow and ice.