Explore Madagascar 
A Parson's chameleon in Madagascar.  © CI/Photo by Russ Mittermeier 
 
 

About 160 million years ago, Madagascar broke off the mainland of Africa and this island grew in isolation into a land of biodiversity that’s unlike any other place on Earth.

Lemurs, giant centipedes and miniature chameleons inhabit Madagascar’s landscape, which include tropical rain forests, spiny deserts, mountainous areas and dry deciduous forests.

Explore Madagascar and learn more about this unique island's people and places!

 
Explore Madagascar through videos and photos. Meet the people and experience its flora and fauna.
 
There is so much to explore across Madagascar. Its diverse native plant and animal species are just the beginning. 
 
Download screensavers and desktop wallpapers featuring Madagascar's natural beauty.
 
Find matching lemurs in this memory game and learn fun facts!
 
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