Problem
Threatened species of Vulpes cana
Other Names:
Threatened species of Blanford's foxEndangered species of Afghan fox
Nature:
The skin of Vulpes cana is a valuable commodity so hunting pressure is great. As it is not 'trap shy' it is easily caught, decimating populations within sometimes a month.
Incidence:
Believed rare in most localities; locally abundant in parts of Israel.
The IUCN consider Vulpes cana as "Data Deficient". CITES lists the species as "Appendix 2".
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Fox Organizations:
IUCN/SSC Canid Specialist Group Subject(s):
Societal Problems → Endangered speciesRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
24.09.2020 – 00:52 CEST