Madagascar
Restore Madagascar's Beauty
Madagascar' an island nation off the coast of Africa' is a global biodiversity hotspot . It is estimated to be home to around 5% of the world's biodiversity' with an incredible number of plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth. This high level of endemism' or species confined to a particular location ' makes Madagascar a truly unique and irreplaceable place.
Why Restore in Madagascar?
Unique and Vulnerable
Madagascar boasts exceptional biodiversity, with many species found nowhere else on Earth. Habitat loss is a major threat to this irreplaceable wildlife.
Coastal Communities at Risk
Mangrove destruction exposes coastlines, leading to erosion and diminished fisheries. This weakens communities ' defenses against natural disasters like hurricanes and floods.
Protecting Rare Forests
Madagascar's inland forests are irreplaceable for biodiversity. Restoration combats deforestation, safeguarding these unique ecosystems.
Coastal Restoration
Location
Northwest Madagascar's coastline 
Focus
Mangrove restoration 
Benefits
Stabilizes the coast against erosion
Improves ocean health by filtering pollutants and providing nursery grounds for fish.
Ankarafantsika National Park
Location
Protected area in northwest Madagascar
Focus
Protecting and restoring Ankarafantsika National Park, the largest dry deciduous forest
Benefits
Habitat for eight endangered lemur species 70% of the park's 820 plant species are endemic to Madagascar (found nowhere else!)
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