VIDEO: Conservation in Madagascar – Malagasy nursery project

“The Malagasy Nursery Project” is a short educational film which explores a critical conservation project taking place in the Agnalazaha forest in southeastern Madagascar.  

 

The project focuses on rebuilding local ecosystems by planting native species and creating stock-proof hedgerows, working in collaboration with local women in Madagascar. The nursery project aims to restore areas of deforested land, improve biodiversity, and protect endangered species. The film highlights the importance of community involvement in conservation and showcases how local knowledge is combined with scientific efforts to restore habitats. 

 

This educational resource introduces students to the challenges of deforestation in Madagascar and the role of conservation in mitigating habitat loss. It also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between conservationists and local communities. Students will learn how ecosystems can be restored through reforestation projects and the critical role women play in this conservation work.