Miadana Dry Deciduous Forest
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The Miadana Dry Deciduous Planting Site in northwestern Madagascar is located near the Mahamavo River estuary, about 25 kilometers northeast of Mahajanga. Restoring and protecting this 1,350-hectare area creates a green belt connecting dry deciduous forests with the estuary's mangrove ecosystem. This region is critical habitat for Madagascar-endemic species including the Coquerel's sifaka lemur (endangered), the fossa (vulnerable), the Madagascar Ibis (endangered), and Van Dam's Vanga (endangered). The endemic Malagasy Giant Chameleon (Furcifer oustaleti) also finds refuge here. The nearby Ankilahila community (~450 people, primarily Sakalava and Tsimihety tribes) is employed to plant and care for trees. Eden employed 30 people per month at this site, working 21 days per month. 12,200 trees have been planted, including Mantaly (Terminalia mantaly), Mangarahara (Stereospermum euphorioides), and Tamarind (Tamarindus indica). This project contributes to Madagascar's AFR100 commitment to restore 4 million hectares by 2030.
A small to medium-sized tree (10-20m) native to Madagascar, also known as Madagascar almond. Valued for rapid growth and shade production. Harvested for medicinal purposes, dyes, and tannins.
Endemic to Madagascar, reaching 10-30m height. Prized for exceptional wood quality and medicinal properties. High germination success rate and resilient to fire, making it excellent for reforestation.
Native to tropical Africa and Madagascar, reaching 30m with 12m crown spread. Golden flowers with scarlet veins. Acidic fruit pulp used in food for centuries. Wood used for timber, fuel, and charcoal.
Coordinates: -15.7167, 46.3167