Ankarafantsika National Park
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Ankarafantsika National Park is a national park near Andranofasika in the Boeny Region of Madagascar. The closest city is Majunga 115 kilometres north of the park. Ankarafantsika is mostly tropical in climate type. The Sakalava people are the predominant ethnic group living and farming here. The greater big-footed mouse lives in the park and is not known anywhere else. ()
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Madagascan fish eagle
The Madagascan fish eagle, also known as the Madagascar sea-eagle, is a striking bird of prey found exclusively in the coastal regions of northwest Madagascar. This large eagle, approximately 63 cm in length, is notable for its pale brown head, dark brown body,...
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Boa constrictor
The boa constrictor, often referred to as the red-tailed boa or common boa, is a large, non-venomous snake native to tropical regions in North, Central, and South America, as well as select Caribbean islands. Due to their striking coloration and manageable size, they...
Reptiles
Brookesia decaryi
Brookesia decaryi, commonly known as Decary's leaf chameleon, the spiny leaf chameleon, or Decary's pygmy chameleon, is an endangered species of chameleon native to Madagascar. First described by Fernand Angel in 1939, this distinctive species is found exclusively in...
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Madagascan big-headed turtle
The Madagascan big-headed turtle is a critically endangered species native to the slow-moving rivers and lakes of western Madagascar. Despite their vulnerable status, these turtles are frequently hunted for food and illegally traded to Asia for use in traditional...
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Humblot's heron
The Humblot's heron, also known as the Madagascar heron, is an exceptional bird endemic to Madagascar. These herons are predominantly found along the northern and western coastlines, around Lake Alaotra, as well as in the Comoro Islands and Mayotte.
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