VOICED : Madagascar fights to save lemurs

The video discusses the plight of lemurs in Madagascar, highlighting the 105 species threatened by deforestation and poaching. It explores illegal activities driven by poverty, such as timber and mineral extraction, and suggests solutions like ecotourism and education to improve local livelihoods and conservation efforts. The political instability in Madagascar exacerbates the situation, with the rosewood crisis leading to further habitat destruction and lemur hunting. The video emphasizes the urgent need for intervention to prevent the extinction of these iconic primates.

What are the primary threats to the lemur population in Madagascar?

• Climate change and pollution

• Deforestation and poaching

• Urbanization and industrialization

• Overfishing and water scarcity

What is one proposed solution to help improve the local economy and protect lemurs?

• Building more factories

• Expanding agricultural lands

• Increasing mining activities

• Developing ecotourism

How does education play a role in lemur conservation?

• By increasing the number of schools

• By encouraging locals to eat less bushmeat

• By teaching locals to build better homes

• By promoting the use of modern technology

What has the political instability in Madagascar led to?

• Improved healthcare

• Increased tourism

• Better infrastructure

• Decline in lemur population

What illegal activity has contributed to the decline of lemurs?

• Rosewood trade

• Gold mining

• Illegal fishing

• Oil drilling