Madagascar Collection (page 3)

Fosa / Fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) male snarling, dry deciduous forest, Kirindy Forest, Western Madagascar, IUCN vulnerable species

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

Sifaka: Cry in the Wild
Miary Andria

Baobab Allee
Marc Apers

Look me in the eyes
Wendy

Procession of the British Envoys to Madagascar from the seashore to the Fort of Tamatave... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Procession of the British Envoys to Madagascar from the seashore to the Fort of Tamatave to dine with the Governor of Tamatave, 1862. Engraving from a drawing by Lieutenant P. P

The restaurant
José Manuel cruz

Children play with simple things
Henk Goossens

White Lemur
José Manuel cruz

Young Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) 6-8 weeks, clinging to mother, Berenty Private Reserve, southern Madagascar, November

Sambava Panther Chameleon (Furcifer pardalis), Eastern Madagascer, controlled conditions

Fosa / Fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) male resting in dry decidous forest. Kirindy, western Madagascar. Endangered

Indri (Indri indri) with young, Palmarium Resrve Ankanin ny Nofy, Littoral rainforest, Madagascar

Fosa of Fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) male walking through dry deciduous forest, Kirindy, western Madagascar

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) adult active and foraging in forest canopy at night. Deciduous forests, Daraina, northern Madagascar. Endangered endemic species

Boky-boky (Mungotictis decemlineata) or Narrow-striped mongoose adult foraging in leaf litter. Dry deciduous forest, Kirindy, western Madagascar

Fosa or Fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox)(sometimes erroneously fossa) male in dry deciduous forest. Kirindy, western Madagascar

Grandidiers / Giant Striped Mongoose (Galidictis grandidieri) foraging at night. Western edge of the Mahafaly Plateau, Tsimanampetsotsa National Park, south west Madagascar

Net-casting / Ogre-faced Spider (Deinopis sp. ) with net. Active at night, Masoala National Park
Net-casting / Ogre-faced Spider (Deinopis sp.) with net. Active at night, Masoala National Park, Madagascar

Deckens sifaka (Propithecus deckenii) grooming each other, Tsimembo area, Madagascar. Lenses for Conservation project

Adult Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) active in forest canopy at night. Dry deciduous forest near Andranotsimaty. Daraina, northern Madagascar. Critically Endangered

Parson's chameleon (Calumma parsonii), male hunting in forest canopy. Mitsinjo Forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, eastern Madagascar

RF- Indri (Indri indri) portrait of a female with a newborn baby. Maromizaha reserve, Andasibe Mantadia area, eastern Madagascar

RF - Mossy Leaf-tailed Gecko (Uroplatus sikorae) resting and camouflaged on tree trunk in rainforest understorey. Mantadia National Park, east Madagascar

Giraffe Necked Weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) male on leaf of Dichaetanthera cordifolia. Tropical rainforest, Mantadia National Park, Madagascar

Close up of hand of Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) showing long distinctive long middle finger, Captive, Tsimbazaza Zoo, 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

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

The Capture of Marovoay by the French, Madagascar, 19th-20th century
The Capture of Marovoay, Madagascar, 1895. France invaded Madagascar in 1883 in what became known as the first Franco-Hova War (Hova being the name of the islands Merina aristocrats)

Map of Africa 1895
The Rand-McNally Grammar School Geography 1895 - Chicago & New York

Madagascar, Ambalavao silk factory

Madagascar, Isalo, waterfall and natural pool

Madagascar, Ambatomilo, traditional lodge

Madagascar, Avenue of Baobabs

Madagascar, Avenue of Baobabs

Madagascar, Isalo, waterfall and natural pool

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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.