Island Fox

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:adaptations smaller size than mainland foxes
gptkbp:aroma common behavior
gptkbp:behavior nocturnal
gptkbp:breeding_season January to March
gptkbp:climate_adaptation adapted to coastal climates
gptkbp:color grayish-brown
gptkbp:coloration seasonally variable
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat restoration
gptkbp:conservation_status endangered
gptkbp:cultural_significance important to Native American tribes
gptkbp:diet omnivore
gptkbp:ecological_role predator in its ecosystem
gptkbp:endemic_to gptkb:Channel_Islands
gptkbp:first_described_by by scientists in 2000s
gptkbp:foraging_behavior scavenging and hunting
gptkbp:fossil_record limited due to island habitat.
gptkbp:genetic_diversity low
gptkbp:genetic_studies conducted to assess diversity
gptkbp:gestation_period about 50 days
gptkbp:habitat islands
scrub and grasslands
gptkbp:has_population monitored by wildlife agencies
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Island Fox
gptkbp:hunting_technique limited due to protection laws
gptkbp:kit_size 2 to 5 kits
gptkbp:length 60 to 70 cm
gptkbp:lifespan 6 to 8 years
gptkbp:mating_system monogamous
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:California
gptkbp:population approximately 1,500 individuals
gptkbp:population_trend increasing
gptkbp:predators eagles
gptkbp:prey small mammals
gptkbp:public_awareness increased through education efforts
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Red_Fox
gptkbp:reproduction seasonal
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or small family groups
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Channel_Island_Fox
gptkbp:successor successful in some areas
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with other island species
gptkbp:tail_length 30 to 35 cm
gptkbp:team implemented by conservationists
gptkbp:territorial_behavior establishes territories
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
introduced species
gptkbp:vocalization barks and growls
gptkbp:weaning_age about 8 weeks
gptkbp:weight 2.5 to 3.5 kg
gptkbp:young kits
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Channel_Islands_National_Park
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5