Fossa Sends Congrats From Madagascar

By Angel | February 12, 2008 6:11 am |
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The fossa is not only the largest carnivore in Madagascar, but a relative of the mongoose as well. Fossas are native to the forests of Madagascar.

Fossa cool eyes

Apperance

Any fossa resembles an elongate cat with very big limbs (Oh, I like their paws) and they grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) long, and weigh up to 26 pounds (12 kilograms).

Live

Fossa is top predator, and it is famous to feed on lemurs and other small creatures. Fossa’s coats are reddish brown and these animals have rather sharp claws. What is more, the fossa can boast with a long tail, it helps maneuvering and facilitates hunting. Fossas are nocturnal animals.

Small fossa

Some facts

  • Fossas are endangered animals;
  • They are perfect climbers;
  • Claws of these animals are retractable;
  • Fossas are very agile animals.

Sleepy fossa

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9 opinions for

Fossa Sends Congrats From Madagascar

  • Holy Cuteness | February 12th, 2008 at 6:53 am

    I do not really want to meet one… Looks a bit scary to me…

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  • angel | February 12th, 2008 at 9:02 am

    The same to me. But I like their paws, so cuteeee…

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  • wildcatsthree | February 12th, 2008 at 12:11 pm

    What a beautiful animal. His eyes are mesmerizing.
    chris and the cats

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  • JB (Jelly Bean) | February 12th, 2008 at 11:05 pm

    Great info and what great photos! I have never seen one of these animals.
    –JB

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  • angel | February 19th, 2008 at 3:37 am

    2 Chris: You are perfectly right. Fossas are so great but most people have never even heard about them.
    2 JB: Thank you very much!

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  • nelson | February 21st, 2008 at 5:09 pm

    coolies

    Reply
  • angel | February 26th, 2008 at 5:49 am

    Yeah, nice animals!

    Reply
  • bob smith | April 19th, 2009 at 8:01 pm

    The fossa looks like a cute animal to have around. I already have a small beagle dog.

    Would it be wise for me to purchase a fossa and keep it as a prt?

    Reply
  • handsomesage | June 3rd, 2009 at 4:00 pm

    i saw one of these at the bronx zoo
    the most beautiful animal ive ever seen
    too bad its endangered i really wanted one

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