Madagascar, 1973
By Landsat Missions
1973 (approx.)
Detailed Description
The Spiny Thicket region in Madagascar has a naturally slow rate of growth and regeneration, making it especially vulnerable to the effects of deforestation. This image was acquired January 21, 1973 by the Landat 1 satellite.
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Sources/Usage
Public Domain.