Eupleridae

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The family Eupleridae, mostly Mongoose species, are specialized carnivores, native to the island of Madagascar.

Nine species have been identified, one of which, the Giant Fossa (Cryptoprocta spelea), is extinct.

Lack of comprehensive research has created some conflict over the categorization of the family, with some researchers placing them in either the Viverridae or Herpestidae families.

Continued development on Madagascar will likely place great stress on Eupleridae populations.

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