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  1. Fossa (animal) - Wikipedia

    The fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox; / ˈfɒsə / FOSS-ə or / ˈfuːsə / FOO-sə; [3] Malagasy: [ˈfusə̥]) is a slender, long-tailed, cat-like mammal that is endemic to Madagascar. It is a member of the carnivoran family …

  2. Fossa - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants

    At first glance, a fossa looks like some kind of cat, monkey, or weasel. It has paws with claws like a cat, a long tail like a monkey, and round little ears like a weasel, so it's easy to be confused!

  3. Fossa - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio

    The unusual-looking fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) from Madagascar looks like a puma and has both canine and feline features. It is the largest mammalian carnivore on the island, and preys mainly on lemurs, …

  4. 12 Fantastic Fossa Facts - Fact Animal

    Fossas are medium sized, slender creatures with both feline and canine features: having a sleek body; short, strong legs; large catlike paws with sharp claws; round ears and a canine-like snout; and a …

  5. Fossa | Madagascar, Carnivore, Endangered | Britannica

    Fossa, (Cryptoprocta ferox), largest carnivore native to Madagascar, a catlike forest dweller of the civet family, Viverridae. The fossa grows to a length of about 1.5 metres (5 feet), including a tail about 66 …

  6. Fossa - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers

    Each fossa has scent glands on its chest and under the base of the tail. Rubbing the glands on rocks, trees, or even just the ground leaves a message to other fossas.

  7. Fossa | Abilene Zoo Animals

    Fossas are forest dwellers endemic to Madagascar. They inhabit various types of forests, from the lush rainforests to the dry deciduous woodlands. These forests provide ample cover for them.

  8. Fossa - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts

    With its sleek, muscular body, retractable claws, and incredible agility, the Fossa embodies the wild spirit of its isolated home, captivating scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. The Fossa, scientifically …

  9. The fossa: Madagascar's elusive apex predator | One Earth

    Hidden within the dense forests of Madagascar, the fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) moves with stealth and agility. As the island’s largest carnivore, this elusive predator roams the treetops and forest floor, …

  10. Fossa: Characteristics, Diet, Facts & More [Fact Sheet]

    The Fossa is a carnivorous mammal, primarily feeding on a variety of prey including lemurs, rodents, birds, and reptiles. It is an apex predator in Madagascar and plays a crucial role in controlling the …