A female fossa is a female member of the fossa species, a carnivorous mammal endemic to Madagascar.
Characteristics of Female Fossas
While fossas resemble cats, they are actually members of the Family Eupleridae, a group of carnivores unique to Madagascar. Here are some key characteristics, with a focus on the female fossa:
- Weight: Female fossas typically weigh between 11 and 15 pounds. This is generally less than their male counterparts, which weigh between 13 and 22 pounds.
- Appearance: They have a slender, muscular body. Their tail is about half their overall length, which can be up to 6 feet.
- Habitat: Fossas are found only on the island of Madagascar.
- Diet: As carnivores, their diet consists primarily of lemurs, rodents, and other small animals.
- Taxonomy: Belong to the Family Eupleridae, a carnivore group found only in Madagascar.
