A pair of pallid foxes (Vulpes pallida) at Cub Creek Science Camp in Rolla, MO. The female on the left is named Pallida and the male on the right in named Gadget.

This species is not well-studied. They come from Sub-Saharan Africa. Their large ears not only assist with hearing prey and threats, but serve to regulate their body temperature.

Cub Creek Science Camp is a residential animal and science summer camp located in central Missouri. Here children from all over the world come to learn about the Earth’s creatures and to gain an appreciation for science and nature.