A baby fossa is an adorable, small mammal native to Madagascar. It resembles a mix of a cat and a mongoose but is actually related to neither! Born blind and tiny, baby fossas rely on their mothers for food and protection until they’re old enough to explore. As they grow, they develop keen hunting skills, eventually becoming agile hunters capable of chasing lemurs and other prey. Fossas are curious and playful, learning survival techniques through play as they gradually grow into one of Madagasc

The fearless fossa. | San Diego Zoo