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Masoala National Park
Masoala National Park
IUCN category II (national park)
	Masoala National Park
Location	North-eastern Madagascar
Nearest city	Maroantsetra and Antalaha
Coordinates	15°18′13″S 50°03′09″E / 15.30361°S 50.05250°E
Area	2,400 km2 (930 sq mi)
Established	1997
Visitors	3000 (in 2005)
Governing body	Madagascar National Parks Association
Website	www.masoala.org
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Official name	Parc National de Masoala
Part of	Rainforests of the Atsinanana
Includes	locations 002 to 007
Criteria	Natural: (ix), (x)
Reference	1257
Inscription	2007 (31st Session)
Endangered	2010–...

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Masoala National Park, in northeast Madagascar, is the largest of the island's protected areas. Most of the park is situated in Sava Region and a part in Analanjirofo. Created in 1997, the park protects 2,300 square kilometres of rainforest and 100 square kilometres of marine parks.^[1] The Masoala Peninsula is exceptionally diverse due to its large size, and variety of habitats. Altogether, the park protects tropical rainforest, coastal forest, flooded forest, marsh, and mangrove. Three marine parks protect coral reefs and a dazzling array of marine life.

Climate

This is an exceptionally wet area of Madagascar. The driest part of the year is from September to December. As the park is accessible only by a three-hour boat journey, the cyclone season (January to March) is best avoided.

Flora and fauna

There are ten lemur species, including the red ruffed lemur, which is native to the peninsula. The island reserve of Nosy Mangabe is one of the best sites in Madagascar to try to glimpse the elusive nocturnal aye-aye.^{[citation needed]}

Masoala harbors many other species, such as the Madagascar day gecko, leaf-tailed gecko, chameleons of all sizes, spectacular birds such as the helmet vanga, and rare species such as the red owl and tomato frog. Masoala is also home to the day-flying sunset moth, Chrysiridia rhipheus. The Madagascar serpent-eagle was recently rediscovered here, and exists in healthy populations only in this part of northeast Madagascar.^{[citation needed]}

The tree Ephippiandra masoalensis is endemic to the park.^[2]

Three marine parks are included in the Masoala National Park: Tampolo in the West, Ambodilaitry in the South, and Ifaho in the East. These are among the most diverse marine environments in Madagascar and are superb destinations for kayaking and snorkeling.

Each year from July to early September, hundreds of humpback whales visit the Antongil Bay during their long migration. The warm protected waters of the bay provide an ideal breeding and calving ground for these marine mammals.^{[citation needed]}

Conservation and threats

In June 2007, Masoala was designated as a World Heritage Site as part of a cluster of parks, known collectively as Rainforests of the Atsinanana, that represent the biodiversity of the country's eastern rainforests. The other national parks included are Marojejy, Zahamena, Ranomafana, Andringitra, and Andohahela.^[3]

During 2009 and 2010, the national park was invaded by thousands of illegal loggers searching for rosewood.^{[citation needed]}

References

^ "Parc National Masoala - Nosy Mangabet".
^ Rabarimanarivo, M. 2020. Ephippiandra masoalensis. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2020: e.T137673521A137901533. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-3.RLTS.T137673521A137901533.en. Accessed 16 September 2022.
^ Alex Rubel; et al. (2004). Masoala – L'Œil de la Forêt. Th Gut Verlag. ISBN 3-85717-156-1.

External links

Masoala National Park official site
Human Rights Issues, see www.humanrightsmasoala.org

[1] "Parc National Masoala - Nosy Mangabet".

[2] Rabarimanarivo, M. 2020. Ephippiandra masoalensis. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2020: e.T137673521A137901533. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-3.RLTS.T137673521A137901533.en. Accessed 16 September 2022.

[Rubel1-3] Alex Rubel; et al. (2004). Masoala – L'Œil de la Forêt. Th Gut Verlag. ISBN 3-85717-156-1.

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+[[Image:Masoala coast.jpg|thumb|The forested coast of Masoala National Park]]
+[[File:Uroplatus fimbriatus.jpg|thumb|A leaf-tailed gecko, ''Uroplatus fimbriatus'', one of Madagascar's extraordinary endemic reptiles]]
+'''Masoala National Park''', in northeast [[Madagascar]], is the largest of the island's protected areas. Most of the park is situated in [[Sava Region]] and a part in [[Analanjirofo]]. Created in 1997, the park protects 2,300 square kilometres of [[rainforest]] and 100 square kilometres of marine parks.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.parcs-madagascar.com/parcs/masoala.php | title=Parc National Masoala - Nosy Mangabet }}</ref> The Masoala Peninsula is exceptionally diverse due to its large size, and variety of habitats. Altogether, the park protects tropical rainforest, coastal forest, flooded forest, [[marsh]], and [[mangrove]]. Three marine parks protect [[coral reefs]] and a dazzling array of marine life.
+[[File:Masoala park madagascar map.png|thumb|none|Location of Masoala National Park]]
-'''Masoala National Park''', in northeast [[Madagascar]], is the largest of the island's protected areas. Most of the park is situated in [[Sava Region]] and a part in [[Analanjirofo]].  Created in 1997, the park protects 2,300 square kilometres of [[rainforest]] and 100 square kilometres of marine parks.  The Masoala peninsula is exceptionally diverse due to its huge size, and variety of habitats.  Altogether, the park protects tropical rainforest, coastal forest, flooded forest, [[marsh]], and [[mangrove]].  Three marine parks protect [[coral reefs]] and a dazzling array of marine life.
+==Climate==
-[[Image:Masoala coast.jpg|frame|left|The forested coast of Masoala National Park]]
+This is an exceptionally wet area of Madagascar. The driest part of the year is from September to December. As the park is accessible only by a three-hour boat journey, the cyclone season (January to March) is best avoided.
-Masoala provides an excellent opportunity to experience the unique [[flora]] and [[fauna]] of the big island.  There are ten [[lemur]] species, including the flamboyant [[red ruffed lemur]], which is native to the peninsula.  The island reserve of [[Nosy Mangabe]] is one of the best sites in Madagascar to try and glimpse the elusive nocturnal [[aye-aye]].
+==Flora and fauna==
-Masoala harbors many other novelties, such as the [[Madagascar day gecko]], [[Uroplatus|leaf-tailed gecko]], [[chameleons]] of all sizes, spectacular birds such as the [[helmet vanga]], and rare species such as the [[red owl]] and [[tomato frog]].  Masoala is also home to the spectacular day-flying sunset moth, ''[[Chrysiridia rhipheus]]''.  The [[Madagascar serpent-eagle]] was recently rediscovered here, and exists in healthy populations only in this part of north east Madagascar.
+There are ten [[lemur]] species, including the [[red ruffed lemur]], which is native to the peninsula.  The island reserve of [[Nosy Mangabe]] is one of the best sites in Madagascar to try to glimpse the elusive nocturnal [[aye-aye]].{{cn|date=July 2022}}
+Masoala harbors many other species, such as the [[Madagascar day gecko]], [[Uroplatus|leaf-tailed gecko]], [[chameleons]] of all sizes, spectacular birds such as the [[helmet vanga]], and rare species such as the [[red owl]] and [[tomato frog]]. Masoala is also home to the day-flying sunset moth, ''[[Chrysiridia rhipheus]]''. The [[Madagascar serpent-eagle]] was recently rediscovered here, and exists in healthy populations only in this part of northeast Madagascar.{{cn|date=July 2022}}
-Three marine parks are included in the Masoala National Park: Tampolo in the West, Ambodilaitry in the South, and Ifaho in the East.  These are among the most interesting marine environments in Madagascar and are superb destinations for [[kayaking]] and [[snorkeling]].
+The tree ''[[Ephippiandra masoalensis]]'' is endemic to the park.<ref>Rabarimanarivo, M. 2020. ''Ephippiandra masoalensis''. [[The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species]] 2020: e.T137673521A137901533. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-3.RLTS.T137673521A137901533.en. Accessed 16 September 2022.</ref>
-Each year from July to early September, hundreds of [[humpback whales]] visit the [[Antongil Bay]] during their long migration.  The warm protected waters of the bay provide an ideal breeding and calving ground for these magnificent marine mammals.
+Three marine parks are included in the Masoala National Park: Tampolo in the West, Ambodilaitry in the South, and Ifaho in the East. These are among the most diverse marine environments in Madagascar and are superb destinations for [[kayaking]] and [[snorkeling]].
-[[Image:Uroplatus fimbriatus.jpg|frame|left|A leaf-tailed gecko, ''Uroplatus fimbriatus'', one of Madagascar's extraordinary endemic reptiles]]
-The park can be accessed from the towns of Maroantsetra or Antalaha.  From Maroantsetra, transport by motor boat can be arranged. From Antalaha, the park can be accessed by road to Cap Est using daily [[Share taxi|bush taxis]] or by [[mountain bike]] as far as the village of Masoala. The park is accessible from several lodges on the peninsula, and there are six park-maintained campsites.  Camping materials can be hired in Maroantsetra.  The main trails for visitors are at Nosy Mangabe, Tampolo/Ambodiforaha, Cap Est, and a several-day hike is possible across the peninsula.  Campsites are maintained at Nosy Mangabe, Cap Est, Ambatolaidama, and each of the three marine parks.  Many villages on the peninsula also provide inexpensive bungalows or basic guest rooms.  Antalaha and Maroantsetra both offer a wide array of accommodations, as well as guides and porters for travel on the peninsula.  All visits to the park must be accompanied by an official park-approved guide.  Detailed information on arranging trips is available from the National Park or guide offices in Maroantsetra and Antalaha.
+Each year from July to early September, hundreds of [[humpback whales]] visit the [[Antongil Bay]] during their long migration.  The warm protected waters of the bay provide an ideal breeding and calving ground for these marine mammals.{{cn|date=July 2022}}
-[[Image:Masoala park map.png|thumb|right|Masoala National Park]]
-This is an exceptionally wet area of Madagascar. The driest part of the year is from September to December. As the park is accessible only by a three-hour boat journey, the cyclone season (January to March) is best avoided.
+==Conservation and threats==
-In June 2007, Masoala was designated as a [[World Heritage Site]] as part of a cluster of parks that represent the biodiversity of the eastern rainforests of the country.  The other national parks included are [[Marojejy National Park|Marojejy]], [[Zahamena National Park|Zahamena]], [[Ranomafana National Park|Ranomafana]], [[Andringitra National Park|Andringitra]], and [[Andohahela National Park|Andohahela]].<ref name=Rubel1>{{cite book |  title = Masoala – L'Œil de la Forêt | author = Alex Rubel| publisher = Th Gut Verlag | year = 2004|isbn=3-85717-156-1|display-authors=etal}}</ref>
+In June 2007, Masoala was designated as a [[World Heritage Site]] as part of a cluster of parks, known collectively as [[Rainforests of the Atsinanana]], that represent the biodiversity of the country's eastern rainforests. The other national parks included are [[Marojejy National Park|Marojejy]], [[Zahamena National Park|Zahamena]], [[Ranomafana National Park|Ranomafana]], [[Andringitra National Park|Andringitra]], and [[Andohahela National Park|Andohahela]].<ref name=Rubel1>{{cite book |  title = Masoala – L'Œil de la Forêt | author = Alex Rubel| publisher = Th Gut Verlag | year = 2004|isbn=3-85717-156-1|display-authors=etal}}</ref>
-During 2009 and 2010, the national park was invaded by thousands of illegal loggers searching for rosewood.
+During 2009 and 2010, the national park was invaded by thousands of illegal loggers searching for rosewood.{{cn|date=July 2022}}
 ==See also==
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 ==References==
-<references/>
+<references />
 ==External links==
-* [http://www.masoala.org/eng/index.htm Masoala National Park] official site
+* [https://web.archive.org/web/20060531151955/http://www.masoala.org/eng/index.htm Masoala National Park] official site
+* Human Rights Issues, see [http://www.humanrightsmasoala.org www.humanrightsmasoala.org]
-*[http://vimeo.com/25109845 Trouble in Lemur Land]- a professional 50 minute HD film about illegal rosewood logging in Madagascar and the impact on the silky sifaka lemur
-*Human Rights Issues, see [http://www.humanrightsmasoala.org www.humanrightsmasoala.org]
 {{National parks of Madagascar}}
 {{Authority control}}
-[[Category:National parks and reserves of Madagascar]]
+[[Category:National parks of Madagascar]]
 [[Category:Sava Region]]
 [[Category:Analanjirofo]]
 [[Category:Protected areas established in 1997]]
 [[Category:1997 establishments in Madagascar]]
+[[Category:Madagascar lowland forests]]
+[[Category:Important Bird Areas of Madagascar]]

v t e National Parks and Reserves of Madagascar
Strict Nature Reserves	Bemaraha Betampona Tsaratanana
National parks	Analamazaotra Andasibe-Mantadia Andohahela Andringitra Ankarafantsika Baie de Baly Bemaraha Isalo Kirindy Mitea Lokobe Mananara-Nord Marojejy Marolambo Masoala Midongy du sud Mikea (proposed) Montagne d'Ambre Namoroka Nosy Mangabe Nosy Ve-Androka Ranomafana Sahamalaza Tsimanampetsotsa Zahamena Zombitse-Vohibasia
Marine National Parks	Nosy Hara Nosy Tanihely Nosy Ve-Androka
Special Reserves	Ambatovaky Ambohijanahary Ambohitantely Analamerana Andranomena Anjanaharibe-Sud Ankarana Bemarivo Beza Mahafaly Bora Cap Sainte-Marie Kalambatritra Kasijy Mangerivola Maningoza Manombo Manongarivo Marotandrano Pic d'Ivohibe Tampoketsa Analamaitso
Other protected areas	Ambato Atsinanana Forêt d'Ambre Analavelona Ankeniheny-Zahamena Corridor Loky-Manambato Mahavavy-Kinkony Mandena Conservation Zone Makira Natural Park Menabe Antimena Montagne des Français Tsitongambarika

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