Madagascar's fossa is a lemur's worst nightmare

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Madagascar's fossa is a lemur's worst nightmare

Madagascar's unique fossa, the island's top predator, specializes in hunting lemurs, showcasing a unique evolutionary dynamic in an isolated ecosystem now facing vulnerability.

Madagascar's largest native carnivore, the elusive fossa, primarily preys on lemurs, especially during their breeding season. Often mistaken for a large cat, this unique mammal is found nowhere else on Earth due to the island's ancient isolation. Its diet also includes birds and rodents, but lemurs form a significant portion, helping regulate their populations and maintain forest health.

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