Nosy Komba shelters a varied and abundant marine fauna.
Sea turtles are present all year round and it is common to see a turtle poking its head out of the water to catch its breath, either from a boat or from the beach.
Humpback whales
Migration


Description


Reproduction and behaviour

When this majestic cetacean surface, it expels the air in its lungs, and its breath causes a cloud of nearly three meters.

Vulnerability
Whale sharks
Observation
A distance of a few meters is necessary for a respectful observation of whale sharks. It is forbidden to touch them. It is recommended to be vigilant, even with this distance, and to avoid violent palm strokes and sudden movements, as well as sun creams, which are toxic for them.


Description
Reproduction
How gestation occurs is still a mystery to this day. Like many sharks, whale sharks are born fully formed and measure about forty centimetres in length at birth.

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Amphibians and reptiles
There are about twenty different amphibians (batrachians) and reptiles on the island of Nosy Komba.
The birds
There are more than twenty species of birds on the island of Nosy Komba.
Maki Macaco
Many lemurs macaco are living in Nosy Komba. There are several mixed groups led by females.
FAQ
Questions / Advice
Can we swim with the humpback whales in Nosy Be?
No, the rules prohibit the launching of swimmers with whales in Nosy Be and everywhere in Madagascar.
What is the approach distance for a whale watching boat?
How to spot humpback whales from far away?
When can I see whale sharks?
Can we swim with whale sharks in Nosy Be and Nosy Komba?
Yes, some excursionists offer to swim with whale sharks. These animals are vulnerable and fragile, and a distance of several meters from the animal must be respected.