Giant Fosa

Cryptoprocta spelea

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Carnivora · Eupleridae

About

Cryptoprocta spelea, also known as the giant fossa, is an extinct species of carnivore from Madagascar in the family Eupleridae which is most closely related to the mongooses and includes all Malagasy carnivorans.

Fun Fact

spelea range from 17 kg (37 lb) to 20 kg (44 lb), and it was among the largest carnivores of the island.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in a variety of caves in northern, western, southern, and central Madagascar.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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