Blue-eyed Black Lemur

Protecting one of the most threatened lemur species, the blue-eyed black lemur, in an unprotected habitat

The blue-eyed black lemur (Eulemur flavifrons) is restricted to the northwestern region of Madagascar. Sahamalaza-Iles Radama National Park is its only protected habitat but this species also occurs in unprotected forests including the adjacent forest of Andilambologno. The Andilambologno forest possesses high endemic biodiversity including lemurs, birds, reptiles and amphibians. As Andilambologno forest is still unprotected and no lemur conservation actions have been undertaken, it is important to advance the conservation in this unprotected forest as well to ensure effectiveness of protection in its protected forest habitat.

Activities will focus on updating the lemur population estimate and threats by conducting lemur surveys in the protected and unprotected habitats, reinforcing the protection of the forest habitat by carrying regular forest patrols, improving the living conditions of the local community by implementing alternative livelihoods, and involving the local communities in conservation activities through education and outreach activities. The proposed project is not only essential to ensure the survival of the lemur and protection of its forest habitat but also vital in incentivizing the local communities in the sustainable use and management of their natural resources.