Extinct Animals API vs RandomFox
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Extinct Animals API vs RandomFox: common questions
Which is more reliable, Extinct Animals API or RandomFox?
On our scheduled checks, RandomFox leads on measured uptime — Extinct Animals API at —% versus RandomFox at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Extinct Animals API and RandomFox need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Extinct Animals API is callable with no signup, and RandomFox is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Extinct Animals API and RandomFox from the browser?
Yes — both Extinct Animals API and RandomFox send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Extinct Animals API and RandomFox free for commercial use?
Extinct Animals API has unclear commercial terms, and RandomFox has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.