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Diego Dias was the 15th century Portuguese explorer who discovered Madagascar, in 1500. His ship became separated from the fleet of Pedro Alvares Cabral [c. 1468-c. 1520] as the ships rounded the subsequent Cape of Good Hope off southernmost Africa. Dias named the island where he ended up after St. Lawrence [c. 225-258], whose official feast of August 10th was celebrated on that day. In that same crossing, the ship of Dias' brother, famous explorer and navigator Bartolomeu Dias [c. 1451-May 29, 1500], was lost in a storm.
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Who discovered Madagascar's flag?
The flag of Madagascar was not actually discovered. It was designed and became the flag of the island nation in October of 1958.
How did Madagascer get its name?
A man named Christopher Madagascer discovered Madagascar in 1850 and the island is named after him. HopE This Helps!
Do bananas and coconut grow in Madagascar?
A recently discovered palm, Beccariophoenix alfredii from Madagascar, is nearly identical to the coconut, more so than the queen palm and can also be grown in slightly cooler climates than the coconut palm.
What is the word Madagascar in french?
Madagascar is Madagascar for french people Madagascar is an island and a movie for English people same
Was Madagascar a Disney film?
No. Madagascar 3 is a Dreamworks movie.
What is the large island country that lies east of Mozambique?
It is Madagascar.
Where do Madagascar beetles live?
Madagascar...
Where do Madagascar sifaka alive?
Madagascar
Where can Madagascar the rainforest be found?
In Madagascar
Where do Madagascar dragonflies live?
madagascar
Does Madagascar have a nickname Madagascar?
Yes
Are cheetahs in Madagascar?
No, there are no cheetahs in Madagascar.
