Madagascar Collection (#5)

Adult male Diademed Sifaka (Propithecus diadema) skipping / dancing across open ground between forest fragments, eastern Madagascar

Nosy Be Pygmy Leaf Chameleon (Brookesia minima) female, worlds smallest reptile. Nosy Be, Madagascar. Photograph taken on location for BBC Wild Madagascar Series, January 2010

Indri (Indri indri) calling, Andasibe-Mantadia NP, Madagascar

Giraffe weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Moramanga, Madagascar

Huntsman spider (Megaloremmius leo) Andasibe, Madagascar. Endemic species

Lance-nosed chameleon (Calumma gallus), Andasibe-Mantadia National Park. Madagascar

Panther Chameleon {Furcifer pardalis} close-up of skin, green colouration. Masoala Peninsula National Park, north east Madagascar

RF - Coquerels sifaka (Propithecus coquereli) jumping, Anjajavy Private Reserve, north west Madagascar

Panther Chameleon {Furcifer pardalis} close-up of skin, green colouration. Masoala Peninsula National Park, north east Madagascar

Panther chameleon {Furcifer pardalis} walking along branch, Masoala Peninsula National Park, north east Madagascar

Satanic leaf-tailed gecko (Uroplatus phantasticus) on twig, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Alaotra-Mangoro Region, Madagascar

Long-spinnered bark spider {Hersiliidae sp} camouflaged on tree bark, tropical rainforest, Masoala Peninsula National Park, north east Madagascar

Parsons chameleon {Calumma parsonii} female walking along vine in tropical rainforest habitat. Andasibe-Mantadia NP, Madagascar

Parsons Chameleon (Calumma parsonii) climbing in rainforest understorey. Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, eastern Madagascar

Boabab trees {Adansonia grandidieri} in evening light. Morondava, Madagascar, October 2009

Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) female carrying two babies. Anjaha Community Conservation Site, near Ambalavao, Madagascar

1780 Raynal And Bonne Map Of South Africa Zimbabwe
1780, Raynal and Bonne Map of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, and Mozambique, Rigobert Bonne 1727 - 1794, one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century

1770 Bonne Map Of East Africa Madagascar Isle Bourbon And Mauritius
1770, Bonne Map of East Africa, Madagascar, Isle Bourbon and Mauritius, Mozambique, Rigobert Bonne 1727 - 1794, one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century

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Color satellite image of Madagascar

Black and white ruffed lemur (varecia variegata) in Eastern Madagascar

Girl Gathering Water with Baobab Trees at Sunset (UNESCO World Heritage site), Madagascar

Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta), Madagascar

Red Fronted Brown Lemurs (Eulemur rufifrons), Madagascar

An endangered red ruffed lemur from Madagascar

Madagascar. Close-up of red-ruffed lemur on tree

Madagascar. Panther chameleon on tree limb

Indri lemur
Luigi Ruoppolo

Whale shark in the blue
Entre le mois d'octobre et Novembre, les requins baleines viennent en nombre se nourrir pres des cotes de Madagascar, et notament pres de l'ile de Nosy be.. Barathieu Gabriel

Malagasy faces
Gloria Salgado Gispert

The Vacoa, or screw pine, of Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
The Vacoa, or screw pine, of Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

A Madegasse widow; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
A Madegasse widow; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Sketches from Madagascar - the Traveller's-tree (Urania speciosa), 1858. Creator: Josiah Wood Whymper
Sketches from Madagascar - the Traveller's-tree (Urania speciosa), 1858. The tree rises from the ground with a thick succulent stem...It sends out...long

Spies of the Queen of Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Spies of the Queen of Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Queen of Mohilla, and her attendants; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Queen of Mohilla, and her attendants; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Tree-fern--Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Tree-fern--Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Nossi-be, Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Nossi-be, Madagascar; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Governor of Tamatave; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Governor of Tamatave; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Madagascar Dwarf Palms; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Madagascar Dwarf Palms; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

A Madegasse women and her Children; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
A Madegasse women and her Children; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Rice-Pounding; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Rice-Pounding; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Ravenal Trees; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Ravenal Trees; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Travelling in Madagascar: the Tacon; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Travelling in Madagascar: the Tacon; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Un grand marche a Tananarive; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Un grand marche a Tananarive; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Types de Malgaches; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Types de Malgaches; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Dans la foret de Madilo (jadis foret vierge de Madagascar); Iles Africaines de la mer... 1914. Creator: Unknown
Dans la foret de Madilo (jadis foret vierge de Madagascar); Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

La region des a Madagascar; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
La region des < > a Madagascar; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Nosy-Comba; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Nosy-Comba; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Une vue du canal des Pangalanes; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Une vue du canal des Pangalanes; Iles Africaines de la mer des Indes, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

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"Discover the Enchanting Wonders of Madagascar" Embark on a journey through the captivating island of Madagascar, as we explore its rich history, diverse wildlife, and stunning landscapes. Starting with a political map of Africa, our focus zooms in on this unique gem nestled off the eastern coast. Known for its extraordinary biodiversity, Madagascar is home to countless natural treasures waiting to be discovered. Delve into the past as we unveil an ancient fossil ammonite from the Upper Early Cretaceous period. This Desmoceras spp. , found in Mahajanga Province under UV light, offers a glimpse into prehistoric times. Travel back even further with an antique map dating back to 1873. Witness how Africa was depicted during that era and imagine the adventures undertaken by explorers who traversed this vast continent. Dive beneath Nosy Be's crystal-clear waters and witness the graceful movements of a hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Its underwater ballet showcases just one example of Madagascar's incredible marine life. Continuing our exploration through maps highlighting travels of intrepid adventurers across Africa, we uncover hidden gems like Toamasina/Tamatave - Eastern Madagascar. Here hangs upside down a black-and-white ruffed lemur - an emblematic species thriving amidst lush forests. Venturing deeper into nature's wonders, meet Xanthopan morganii praedicta - also known as the sphinx moth. This remarkable creature shares its habitat with Angraecum sesquipedale –the Madagascan orchid famous for its long nectar spur adapted solely for pollination by this specific moth species. Returning to fossils once more, marvel at Cleoniceras sp. , another ammonite specimen from Cretaceous times found in Madagascar. These remnants offer insights into Earth's distant past while showcasing yet another facet of this island nation's geological heritage. Lastly but not least, we celebrate the discovery of Goodman's Mouse Lemur.