A slumbering Arctic fox in winter will wrap its long, bushy tail around its body for added warmth. Its feet are covered in dense fur to insulate against the cold and provide traction on the ice.

When I was in the Arctic last summer, we learned about the Arctic fox, which is now classified as an endangered species. On Herschel Island, I met two scientists who were studying not only Arctic ...

Thick fur and small ears help the Arctic fox retain body heat The Arctic fox lives in a cold habitat. It has thick fur in order to retain its body heat. The coat of the Arctic fox is always thick ...