The Animals of Madagascar
Madagascar's wildlife is unique because they have evolved in isolation as the island drifted away from the continent of Africa. There are 257 species of reptiles, 198 species of birds, 150 species of frogs, 7,300 to 12,000 species of plants, 28 species of bats, 11 species of rodent, 8 species of carnivore, 6 species of mongoose, 30 species of tenrec, 175 species of palms, 1,000 species orchids, 30 species of lemurs 95% reptile species, 99% amphibian species, and 100% primate species. Find out more about lemurs, tenrecs, and hissing beetles.