FUNDING GOAL
$100,000
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IMPACT PROMISE 
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Partner Snapshot
Partner name:
Location:
Mauritius
Appeal Category:
- Land Purchase
- Endangered Species
- Ecosystem Restoration
Key Species:
- Mauritius kestrel
- Pink pigeon
- Echo parakeet
Challenges and Threats:
- Deforestation
- Loss of Habitat
- Threatened Species
Actions:
- Reverse the Deforestation Process
- Restore Suitable Habitat for Threatened Species
- Protect Rare Plants
The Challenge
The Black River Gorges National Park is one of Africa’s most critical forests, hosting a remarkable number of endemic and endangered species. This UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve is home to the last remaining endemic birds of Mauritius, most of which rely heavily on this park for survival. Among its treasures is the Chamarel forest, praised by experts as the best tract of lowland and transitional rainforest in Mauritius, with exceptional biodiversity and natural regeneration under a nearly intact native canopy.
However, Chamarel faces severe threats. With expanding transport infrastructure, the risk of deforestation and development looms over its privately owned areas. Securing 111 acres of this forest is vital for protecting its rich biodiversity. By establishing a conservation presence, the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) hopes to inspire other landowners to support conservation efforts. Positioned alongside a major road connecting the national park to Chamarel village, this area also offers unique opportunities for ecotourism, education, and community engagement, bringing conservation closer to both locals and tourists.
Urgent Solutions
Your support can save 111 acres of the Chamarel forest, a sanctuary for Mauritius’ endangered species and plants. Every $13,000 permanently saves one acre, ensuring this land is protected from development and preserved for future generations.
With your help, this project will:
- Restore Habitats: Rehabilitate degraded areas, remove invasive species, and improve ecosystems for birds, reptiles, and other wildlife.
- Protect Wildlife: Stabilize and grow populations of Mauritius’ endemic and endangered species.
- Engage Communities: Empower locals through education and conservation projects while fostering sustainable livelihoods.
- Promote Ecotourism: Create self-sustaining conservation efforts through eco-friendly tourism and green job opportunities.
Together, we can secure this forest, protect its incredible biodiversity, and create a lasting legacy for both nature and the local community.
Why your donation matters
Your donations will help create and maintain community-conserved areas spanning 1.58 million acres, safeguarding critical habitats and establishing ecological corridors to prevent inbreeding and extinction of endangered species like great apes and elephants. By supporting economic development, these funds will provide alternative livelihoods for impoverished communities, reducing their dependence on forest and wildlife resources.
Education and training programs for local stakeholders will encourage sustainable practices and create opportunities beyond resource depletion. In addition, research and biomonitoring initiatives will help combat poaching and habitat destruction. Your contributions are vital in implementing long-term solutions to the current conservation challenges, ensuring a sustainable future for both wildlife and local communities.
Partner Qualifications
IUCN MemberA distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More
Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin.
Effective ImpactWe recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact.