Issue:        Madagascar Republic Vanga Curvirostris (Hook-Billed Vanga) 1982 Stamp

Type:         Stamp

Number of Stamps:         4

Denominations:          25 FMG,

Issue Date:           1982

Issued By:        Madagascar Post

Madagascar Republic Home of Rare Species:

The Republic of Madagascar is an island nation full of natural beauty and rare creatures. Its forests and landscapes are unlike anywhere else in the world. Separated from mainland Africa for millions of years Madagascar has developed its own unique plants and animals. Among its most fascinating wildlife is a group of birds known as vangas. These birds come in many shapes sizes and colors and have adapted to different roles in the forest.

Hook Billed Vanga Specialist of the Trees:

The Hook Billed Vanga known scientifically as Vanga Curvirostris is a striking bird that lives in the forests of Madagascar. It has a strong curved bill that it uses to probe into bark and branches to find insects and other small creatures. This powerful beak gives the bird its name and allows it to reach food that other birds cannot. The Hook Billed Vanga is black and white in color with a bold and curious nature. It is part of the vanga family which has evolved into many different forms to fill different roles in the forest. This bird is a symbol of how life in Madagascar has adapted in amazing ways to survive and thrive in a unique environment.

Stamp Pays Tribute to a Forest Hunter:

In 1982 the Republic of Madagascar released a stamp featuring the Hook Billed Vanga. The stamp showed the bird perched on a branch with its curved beak clearly visible. The image captured the bird sharp look and strong presence. This stamp became a symbol of Madagascar commitment to preserving its natural heritage. It helped share the wonder of Malagasy wildlife with the world. The Hook Billed Vanga stamp remains a valuable piece of postal and environmental history.