The Eighth Continent MADAGASCAR Part II

In 2013, the country was undergoing a period of transformation, with serious human rights violations and even killings defining daily life. Military presence, roadblocks, and attacks on tourists in national parks were not uncommon.

The minibuses are inexpensive and the most important form of public transportation, but they only depart when they're rigorously full. This leads to irregular service but with high efficiency.

Antananarivo is the capital located on several hills. It has vibrant markets but is also marked by pickpocketing and robberies.

The zebus have a fat hump and long, curved horns. They are a symbol of wealth.

The khat plant has a unique quality. The cathinone acts as a psychoactive when chewed, which can lead to increased energy and euphoria but also to insomnia. Prolonged use can increase the risk of cancer in the oral mucosa.

Brookesia micro is a pygmy chameleon found in northern Madagascar. It grows up to 2.8 cm. It was first discovered in 2007.

Brookesia nana is even smaller, measuring just 2.1 cm, and was described in 2021 as the smallest reptile in the world.

“Misaotra betsaka,” Thank you “Salama,” Hello and “Veloma,” Goodbye.