MDG-06 · Spiny Forest & Littoral
Fort Dauphin Community & Spiny Forest
Combine lemur conservation in the unique spiny forest with genuine community development in the deep south.
Research Brief
The Anosy region holds the endemic-rich spiny forest and some of Madagascar's most pressing development challenges. Over four weeks, participants split their time between biodiversity monitoring, including the collared brown lemur, and community-led projects in health, education, and sustainable livelihoods, working directly with Malagasy partner organisations.
Field Activities
- Spiny-forest botanical and lemur transects
- Reptile and amphibian inventory work
- Community construction & education projects
- Sustainable livelihoods & fisheries support
- Malagasy language and cultural immersion
Expedition Log · Itinerary
Arrival & Orientation
Fly to Fort Dauphin, project induction and language basics.
Conservation Phase
Forest transects, reptile surveys, and reforestation nursery work.
Community Phase
Construction, education, and livelihoods projects with local partners.
Review & Departure
Project handover, reflection, and return transfer.
Key Study Species
Eulemur collaris
Collared Brown Lemur
Didierea madagascariensis
Octopus Tree
Phelsuma antanosy
Antanosy Day Gecko