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Fossas
The fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) is the largest carnivore native to the island of Madagascar with a body length of 60 - 76 cm. It has a cat-like head, rounded ears, relatively short face, smooth reddish-brown coat, retractable claws and strong jaws and teeth. This animal is both nocturnal and solitary, specialized in hunting all species of lemurs. Learn more about the Fossa in this category.
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What muscle originates on the temporal fossa?
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The muscle that originates on the temporal fossa is the temporalis muscle. It is a fan-shaped muscle located on the side of the head. It is responsible for the movement of the jaw, including chewing and closing the mouth.
What do fossas eat?
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Fossa
Cryptoprocta ferox Madagascar's largest carnivore, the fossa is an unusual member of the civet family. It hunts lemurs in trees at night and has a strange courtship and breeding system.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/wildfacts/factfiles/603.shtml
What animal eats fossa?
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Technically, The Fossa Is An Apex Predator. However The Only Possible Natural Predator Is The Nile Crocodile.
Answer: The Main Predator Are Men.
What other animals have similar characteristics of the fossa and the mouse lemur?
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Bats are similar to the Mouse Lemur because of the sense of smell
Bobcats and the Lynx are like the Fossa because of the long tail and ears
How do the unique characteristics of the fossa help it to survive?
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Hairless foot pads and long claws give the fossa a good grip, and a long tail helps it balance in trees high above the ground.
What anatomical structures must be avoided when taking blood at the cubital fossa?
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Can one find a Fossa in a zoo?
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There are a number of zoos in the United States that have Fossa including San Diego Zoo, Dallas Zoo, Bronz Zoo, Atlanta Zoo, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
