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  1. Fossa (animal) - Wikipedia

    The fossa is the largest mammalian carnivore on Madagascar and has been compared to a small cougar, as it has convergently evolved many cat -like features. Adults have a head-body …

  2. Fossa - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants

    Fossa pups make a purring sound when nursing or near their mother. Fossas are ready to start their first family when they are about four years old, and breeding season is between …

  3. 12 Fantastic Fossa Facts - Fact Animal

    The Fossa (pronounced ‘foosa’ or ‘foosh’) is a rare and elusive cat-like carnivorous mammal native to the island of Madagascar, off the East coast of Africa.

  4. 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 …

  5. Fossa Animal Facts - Cryptoprocta ferox - A-Z Animals

    May 27, 2024 · The Fossa is a medium-sized, carnivorous animal that is located entirely on the island of Madagascar. The Fossa belongs to the group of Malagasy Carnivores, which are …

  6. Fossa | National Geographic

    A relative of the mongoose, the fossa is unique to the forests of Madagascar, an African island in the Indian Ocean. Growing up to 6 feet long from nose to tail tip, and weighing up to 26 pounds,...

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

    May 1, 2025 · 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 …

  8. Fossa | The Animal Facts

    Learn more about the fossa at the Animal Facts. Here you can learn about their appearance, habitat, diet, lifespan, behaviour, breeding, status and facts.

  9. 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 …

  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 …