Is Fossa mating displays (Kirindy Forest) happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~August. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
The fossa is Madagascar's largest carnivorous mammal.
In Kirindy Forest, males and females gather during a short dry-season breeding period, producing loud calls, treetop chases, and conspicuous daytime and crepuscular activity that is unusually observable for a normally secretive predator.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
|---|
| Kirindy Forest Reserve - Main Research Camp |
| Kirindy River Viewpoint and Canopy Trails |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.