Madagascar is so different from the rest of the world that it is sometimes called ‘The Eighth Continent’. Not only does it have the high level of endemism (species not found elsewhere) that is typical of an island, but it also boasts remarkable diversity, which for some groups approaches that more typical of a whole continent. Madagascar is the land …
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A big red island with a touch of greenery On the side of the South East side of Africa is Madagascar, the fifth largest island in the world. Neither African nor Asian, despite its oriental influences, the cultural crossroads of Madagascar, unique primates and giant baobabs lend the island a very particular identity. Geography and climate With an area of …
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Montagne d’ambre Travel to madagascar : National Park and Special Reserve, dense rainforest with a very high endemism rate including thousands of precious wood species (Dalbergia chlorocarpa and Canarium madagascariensis) … which make the Amber Mountain a true melting pot of biological diversity Grouped together in a relatively easy access area. Where? About 38km from Antsiranana. Is surrounded by the …
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