Devoted Arctic Parents
Arctic foxes invest heavily in their pups. They build elaborate burrows, and litters typically range from 4 to 12 pups born in late spring.
Parental Roles
- Mother: Provides milk, warmth, and grooming.
- Father: Brings food, protects the den, and teaches survival skills.
Pups begin exploring at 3 weeks, eat solid food by 6 weeks, and are weaned by 8–10 weeks. They disperse around 8–10 months old.