Ankarafantsika Reforestation, Madagascar
Location
Madagascar
SDGs Contribution
4
Solution Type
Reforestation
Project area
7,188 ha
Fact File
🦅 The National Park is home to over 40 reptile species, over 100 bird species including the Madagascar Fish Eagle, a large bird of prey, and 8 lemur species, including the critically endangered Coquerel’s sifaka.
🌱 Native species planted on site include Stereospermum euphoroide, Diospyros sakalavarum, and Albizia gummifera.
📏 ARC and Red Island Restoration are working in two separate sites within the 7,188 hectares project area: Ampijoroa which is 147 hectares and Befotoana which is 143 hectares.
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About this Project
The Problem
Ankarafantsika National Park is one of Madagascar’s largest dry deciduous forests. The primary causes of forest degradation at Ankarafantsika are human driven extraction for charcoal production and land clearing for agriculture. Much of this site has been severely degraded. However, healthy, old-growth forest remains nearby, making this a critical area for restoration and protection.
The Solution
ARC's 'Employ to Restore' initiative, in partnership with Red Island Restoration, is empowering communities to restore Ankarafantsika National Park. Restoration efforts focus on reforesting abandoned farmland and grasslands to reduce fire risks and support ecological recovery. By planting native, resilient species, the project enhances forest regeneration while creating sustainable employment for local communities.
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