San Joaquin Kit Fox

The San Joaquin Kit Fox is a small, nocturnal fox native to California’s Central Valley. Adapted to desert and grassland environments, it has a slender build, large ears for heat dissipation, and feeds mainly on rodents. Its delicate population has declined due to habitat loss from agriculture, urban development, and human activity. Recognized as a threatened species, conservation efforts focus on habitat protection, research, and management to ensure its survival. The fox plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance in its ecosystem.