Greater Bamboo Lemur in Kianjavato
Image credit: S. Millar
Project

Protecting Biodiversity Through Reforestation, Livelihood Development and Education

Duration
2020 - 2021
Location
Madagascar
Species protected
Greater Bamboo Lemur Prolemur simus
Aye-aye Daubentonia madagascariensis

Project objectives

  • Prevent the overexploitation of forests;
  • Expand target species’ habitats;
  • Maintain the stability of the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This project is implemented by Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.

Threats

Habitat loss & degradation

Poaching

This project is part of the IUCN Save Our Species African Wildlife initiative, which is co-funded by the European Union.