The major ecosystems of Madagascar have levels of endemism that make them biologically outstanding, and threats that compel global conservation action. Lack of government resources for protected areas and a limited NGO sector has hampered conservation progress in the region. A multifaceted approach is needed in order to establish effective models of protected-area management and grassroots conservation. From small grants for fledgling NGO efforts to larger grants for park conservation and responses to top scientific priorities, the CEPF strategy will make a critical difference. The strategy will be implemented first in Madagascar, the largest and most diverse island in the hotspot, and may expand later to include activities on other islands.
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