Arctic foxes

Adaptation in a population of living things happens as a result

of an adaptive trait. This is any inheritable trait that increases
it’s survival rate so that it can live longer, reproduce longer,
and have more offspring (that also have that trait). Adaptive
traits can improve animals find food, make a safer home,
escape predators, survive cold or heat or lack of water.

The Arctic fox is well adapted for its northern habitat. All
white, they blend into the frozen landscape. They have thick
fur and a long, bushy tail that they use to wrap around their
body at night for warmth. Even their feet are furry which helps
keep them from slipping on the ice. They have small eyes, ears
and nose for protection against the cold. They have short legs
that keep them close to the ground, away from the bitter wind.
These physical adaptations make it possible to survive in their
harsh, northern climate.
 Hunting
The arctic fox hunts by listening to
silent footsteps of mice and other
prey under the 3ft of snow. Then
the fox leaps into the air and dives
down through the snow.

This amazing way of hunting

would not be possible if the
fox did not adapt to its
habitat. Its great hearing and
quick reactions enables this
species to survive and thrive.