Madagascar – The Island of Lemurs, Baobabs, and Natural Wonders
Madagascar – The Island of Lemurs, Baobabs, and Natural Wonders đĸ English Version Madagascar, officially known as the Republic of Madagascar, is the fourth-largest island in the world, located off the southeastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. It is separated from mainland Africa by the Mozambique Channel. Known for its breathtaking biodiversity and rich cultural heritage, Madagascar is often called the “Eighth Continent” because of its unique flora and fauna — about 90% of its wildlife is found nowhere else on Earth. --- đŋ Nature and Biodiversity Madagascar is home to thousands of species that exist only on this island: Lemurs, the iconic primates, are found only here. The island has over 14,000 plant species, including the baobab trees and orchids. Its rainforests, coral reefs, and dry deciduous forests make it one of the world’s most important ecological hotspots. However, deforestation and climate change are major challenges threatening its delicate ecosystem. ...