Madagascar, [a] officially the Republic of Madagascar, [b] is an island country in the Indian Ocean that includes the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands. Lying off the …

Dec 21, 2025 · Madagascar, island country lying off the southeastern coast of Africa. It is the fourth largest island in the world. Although located some 250 miles from the African continent, …

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Oct 17, 2025 · Madagascar is a country in the Indian Ocean off the eastern coast of Africa. It is known for its particularly unique wildlife and flora. Madagascar split from India approximately …

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Dec 5, 2023 · Physical map of Madagascar showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about …

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