Monitoring Type

Survival Rate of Trees

UN SDG Target

This is a shared site supervised by Eden Reforestation Projects. 

The loss of habitat due to deforestation is the biggest single threat to Madagascar's wildlife. Madagascar is home to a vibrant ecosystem of over 200,000 species of plants and animals uniquely found on the island. More than 90% of Madagascar’s original forests have been destroyed, compromising the local Malagasys’ ability to farm and live on the land. 

In addition, entire species have been displaced, endangered or even been declared extinct. To safeguard these populations, animals including tenrecs, lemurs and chameleons are being rescued by local animal shelters and released back into protected woodlands for mating periods. These species restoration projects require intense efforts as the recovery of endangered species is not guaranteed by simply restoring habitats. 

Our planting partners help grow these forests, ensuring that over 20 species of dry deciduous trees (trees that shed leaves annually) create biodiverse habitats. As common with most our projects, the trees are planted by locals, in order for the Malagasy communities to lead a sustainable reforestation activity.