What is another word for genus fossa?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs fˈɒsə] (IPA) 
The term genus fossa refers to a group of animals that belong to the family Eupleridae, found in Madagascar. Some common synonyms for the genus fossa include Cryptoprocta, which is the former name of the species, and Fossana, which is a proposed new name for the genus that is currently being studied. The fossa is a predator that primarily feeds on lemurs and other small mammals, and is known for its agility and hunting skills. Other names that have been used to refer to the fossa include the Malagasy civet cat, due to its resemblance to a civet, and the Madagascar big cat, despite not actually being a member of the feline family.
