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Norway gives Arctic foxes a helping hand amid climate woes

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France 24
France 24

In southern Norway, a group of five Arctic foxes were recently released into their natural habitat, reintroduced into the snowy landscapes from which they originate. This effort is part of a conservation initiative aimed at supporting the species, which faces threats from climate change. The changing climate has been making the Arctic foxes' traditional rodent prey increasingly scarce, posing a significant challenge for their survival in the wild. The release of these Arctic foxes into the wild symbolizes a proactive step towards conservation, attempting to bolster their population numbers amid environmental challenges. However, concerns remain regarding the foxes' ability to find sufficient food due to the decreasing availability of their primary food sources, a direct consequence of climate change.

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