Madagascar has long been known for its unique and diverse species of wildlife, but today, embracing a new philosophy of responsible development with increased emphasis on biodiversity and cultural richness, the Indian Ocean island nation is seen as a model for conservation efforts around the world.
This site looks at Madagascar's uniqueness and explains why the Malagasy — the people of Madagascar — can look toward a brighter future.
Thank you for your interest.
News:
New Photos! (20 Nov 09)
Gibson Guitar under federal investigation for alleged use of illegal rainforest timber from Madagascar (18 Nov 09)
Forgotten species: Madagascar's water-loving mammal, the aquatic tenrec (12 Nov 09)
House resolution condemns plunder of natural resources in Madagascar (4 Nov 09)
Rosewood traffickers busted in Madagascar (28 Oct 09)
Government decree sanctions trafficking of rainforest timber in Madagascar (7 Oct 09)
Good news for the rarest lemur (7 Oct 09)
Innovative reforestation project threatened by 'regime change' in Madagascar (16 Sep 09)
Mining and biodiversity offsets in Madagascar (30 Aug 09)
Destruction worsens in Madagascar (20 Aug 09)
Appalling photos reveal lemur carnage in Madagascar (20 Aug 09)
Lessons from the crisis in Madagascar (11 Aug 09)
Conservation success in Madagascar proves illusory in crisis (12 Jun 09)
Forest Recovery Programs in Madagascar (1 Jun 09)
Nickel mine in Madagascar may threaten lemurs, undermine conservation efforts (21 Jan 09)
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