Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Madagascar Community-Based Wetlands Conservation Project

Grantee Name: THE PEREGRINE FUND

Hotspot: Madagascar and the Indian Ocean Islands
Location: Madagascar
Amount: $140,000
Dates: Sep 2001 – Sep 2004
Keywords: Community-based conservation, Habitat conservation and management, Land use planning, Livelihoods, Species Conservation

Undertake community-based conservation in the wetland areas of Lake Befotaka, Lake Soamalipo, and a project site in the Besalampy area. Develop wetland management strategies and plans, promoting sustainable fishing and forest use and conservation of the Madagascar fish eagle.

Strategic Direction :

1 Integrating local groups and individuals in the management of protected areas and reserves