RIYADH: The red fox, one of the most common carnivorous mammals in the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve, plays an important ecological role in Saudi Arabia.
Regarded in Arab folklore as a symbol of intelligence and quick wit, the canine helps to regulate populations of rodents and other small species, supporting ecological balance and enhancing biodiversity.
Locally known as “Abu Husayn,” the red fox is Saudi Arabia’s largest wild fox species and belongs to the canid family.
Its ability to adapt to diverse habitats, including deserts, plains and valleys, makes it one of the most prominent and widespread carnivorous mammals in the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve.
The red fox feeds on rodents, reptiles, insects and some wild fruits, allowing it to adapt to varied food sources in natural habitats.
