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Tsingy de Bemaraha

Type Karstic Plateaus
Area 297.3 square miles

Learning Point

  • Tsingy de Bemaraha is a unique forest in Madagascar characterized by its tall, sharp limestone pinnacles, called “tsingy.” This unique landscape provides habitat for a variety of endemic species, including lemurs, making it a significant biodiversity hotspot. The structures help provide a safe environment for the various species to live.

Project

  • Draw a picture of the landscape and animals of Tsingy de Bemaraha.
  • Overview
  • Satellite
Tsingy de Bemaraha
By My father (who approves of its use) – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Tsingy de Bemaraha by Satellite
By Jesse Allen – NASA Earth Observatory, Public Domain, Link

Media

Location

Located in Melaky, Madagascar

Fun Facts

  • The word ‘tsingy‘ means “where one cannot walk barefoot“.
  • Tsingy de Bemaraha is a unique forest made up of tall, sharp limestone pinnacles.
  • Many different kinds of lemurs live there.
  • Because it’s so special, Tsingy de Bemaraha is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Past Lessons

129 September 16, 2024 (North America)
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