A Future for Radiated Tortoises Confiscated in Madagascar
Grantee Name: Station d'Observation des TOrtues et de leurs Milieux
- Hotspot
- Madagascar and the Indian Ocean Islands
- Location
- Madagascar
- Amount
- $45,134
- Dates
- Aug 2021 – Jun 2022
- Keywords
- Species Conservation, Wildlife trade
Release confiscated, Critically Endangered radiated tortoises (Astrochelys radiata) back into their natural environment in southwestern Madagascar. Monitor the tortoises post release with the active involvement of the local community. Build awareness and support for tortoises among local people, and train them to conduct follow-up monitoring and long-term turtle custodianship.
1 Empower local communities to protect and manage biodiversity in priority key biodiversity areas.
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