Madgascar Wildlife

Bradt's Madagascar Wildlife, the fifth edition, celebrates the unique fauna of this Indian Ocean island. Written by naturalist tour-leaders and experts, the guide is updated to reflect latest discoveries and developments at top wildlife-tourism locations. With lively descriptions and 280 color photographs, it showcases the island's captivating wildlife, including lemurs, chameleons, birds, and insects. 90% of Madagascar's plants and animals are unique, and the guide explains how the island evolved differently from the rest of the world. It is a practical guide for planning a wildlife trip to this special destination.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2023
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

This new, fifth edition of Bradt's Madagascar Wildlife, first published over 25 years ago, celebrates the unique fauna of this remarkable Indian Ocean island. Written by naturalist tour-leaders and Madagascar experts, and aimed at visitors and natural-history enthusiasts alike, this guide has been thoroughly updated to reflect both the latest discoveries - on an island where new species for science are continuously discovered - and the latest developments at the country's top wildlife-tourism locations.

Wildlife is the key draw for English-speaking visitors to Madagascar. Enjoying nature couldn't be more different to continental Africa. Rather than going out on safari to see the Big Five from the safety of a jeep, in Madagascar, you approach wildlife on rainforest strolls, without fear of encountering dangerous snakes or angry elephants. From its endearing lemurs and comical chameleons to the endemic birds and bizarre insects, this is the only guide to showcase the whole range of Madagascar's captivating wildlife. It features lively descriptions of animals and their behavior - perfect for the interested layman - complemented by 280 sumptuous color photographs.

A "Habitats and Hotspots" chapter details the island's various ecosystems and presents concise information on where best to see fascinating species, helping readers choose which parks and reserves to visit - from Masoala and Ranomafana to Ifaty and Berenty.

An incredible 90% of Madagascar's plants and animals are unique to the world's oldest island. Accordingly, this guide also tells the story of how Madagascar came to be so different from the rest of the world, and why evolution took a different tangent to create such an extraordinary and unparalleled array of creatures. Read about Madagascar's remarkable chameleons, baobab trees, lemurs, and other unique wildlife. Discover the island's rich cultural heritage, including the traditional Malagasy music and dance, and explore the stunning landscapes, from the lush rainforests to the barren deserts. With Bradt's Madagascar Wildlife, you can plan your trip with confidence and make the most of your time in this incredible destination.

Dimension: 216 x 135 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804690970
Edition number: 5 Revised edition