The fennec fox is one of nature’s most charming creatures, known for its oversized ears and playful personality. Native to the deserts of North Africa, this tiny fox has captured hearts worldwide.

Weighing in at around 1kg, the fennec fox is the smallest of all the foxes. As a resident across the Sahara desert and other parts of North Africa the fennec’s long hairs may seem a bit out of ...

just when we felt our luck was turning the worst possible thing happened The fennec fox is the world’s smallest wild dog - about 20 cm tall. It’s also very shy, and it lives in small burrows ...

Fennec foxes can live up to 11 years in human care, the Smithsonian said. "Her big ears and sleepy yawns will be missed dearly by guests and staff alike," the zoo wrote in their Instagram post.

Officials said Noelle died of renal failure. Fennec foxes can live up to 13 years in human care and up to 10 years in the wild, according to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.