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Fanaloka

Fossa fossana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Eupleridae ›Genus: Fossa

About

The Malagasy or striped civet (Fossa fossana), also known as the fanaloka (Malagasy, ) or jabady, is an euplerid endemic to Madagascar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fanaloka?
The scientific name of Fanaloka is Fossa fossana.
What is the conservation status of Fanaloka?
The Fanaloka has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the family Eupleridae.
What genus does Fanaloka belong to?
Fanaloka belongs to the genus Fossa.