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Cape Verde Information - Country Guides
An archipelago consisting of 15 islands, Cape Verde became an independent nation on July 5, 1975. This country situated in the Atlantic has suffered many droughts, which have made the country slightly poore.
Cape Verde islands are located in the Atlantic ocean, due west of the westernmost point of Africa, Cape Verde. These islands can be divided into windward and leeward groups. The windward, or Barlavento, group on the north includes Santo Antгo, Sгo Vicente, Sгo Nicolau, Santa Luzia, Sal, and Boa Vista while the leeward, or Sotavento, group on the south includes Sгo Tiago, Brava, Fogo, and Maio.
Vegetation is sparse and consists of various shrubs, aloes, and other drought-resistant species. Wildlife is also limited and includes lizards, monkeys, wild goats, and a variety of bird life.
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