Acadia National Park - Meet a Red Fox

Frazier the Fox introduces himself and explains how foxes use their five senses to adapt and survive in various environments. He discusses sight, taste, smell, hearing, and touch, highlighting specific adaptations like vertical pupils for night vision, omnivorous diet, scent glands for solitude, rotating ears for sound detection, and whiskers for navigation. The video concludes with interesting facts about foxes, including their scientific name, species diversity, and communication methods.

What is an adaptation in the context of animals like foxes?

• A body part or behavior used for survival

• A type of food they eat

• A place where they live

• A type of weather they prefer

How are foxes able to see well in the dark?

• They have night vision goggles

• They use a flashlight

• They have vertical pupils like cats

• They rely on the moonlight

What type of diet do foxes have?

• Carnivorous

• Herbivorous

• Omnivorous

• Insectivorous

What unique feature do foxes have at the base of their tail?

• A special gland that emits a foul odor

• A detachable tail

• A pouch for storing food

• A bright colored fur patch

How do foxes use their ears to detect sounds?

• Their ears can rotate up to 140 degrees

• They have extra large ears

• Their ears are always open

• They use their ears to see

What helps foxes navigate through dense environments?

• Their sharp eyesight

• Their sense of smell

• Their ability to fly

• Their whiskers on the snout and legs

What is the scientific name for a fox?

• Canis lupus

• Vulpes vulpes

• Felis catus

• Ursus arctos