Relax With Animal Facts

Fossa: Madagascar's Largest Native Carnivore

Relax With Animal Facts

Show Notes

We don't have time for folks that don't like civets, and particularly, the largest carnivorous civet in Madagscar. Wind down with me as we learn about the Fossa. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or drift off to sleep while we reflect on the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore things like the Fossa's arboreal hunting style, cool sleep schedule, and anatomical adaptations to hunting the way they do.

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Timestamps for our Fossa adventure to help you navigate and relax the way you want to:

(00:00) - Intro (03:46) - Adventure Prep (07:13) - Journey Begins (07:40) - Animal Facts

Intro Music: Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream.

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