Name: Fossa
Scientific Name: Cryptoprocta ferox
Conservation status: Endangered
Location: Madagascar
Habitat: Dense forests and woodlands
Diet: Carnivore; lemurs, rodents, frogs, lizards and birds.
Additional information: Despite its feline appearance, including retractable claws, the Fossa is the largest member of the mongoose family that can grow to over 2 feet long and close to 30 lbs. The Fossa specializes in hunting lemurs. Due to its forest habitat requirements this species has seen a population drop of 30% over the past 20 years as Madagascar rainforest is cleared for agriculture and by logging. It is also often targeted by locals for eradication because it will prey on domestic fowl.
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