18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Yawning Fossa
Fossa are a long-tailed, heavy-jawed, puma-like mammal and Madgascar's main carnivore. They are a predator which hunts mammals, primarily lemurs. They are active day and night and are good climbers. They are found througout the island in intact forest areas.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2019 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2020 |
| Photo Location: | Madagascar |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
| Copyright: | © Beverly Houwing |