The NGO BNC has been collaborating with VOI MITIA since 2017 to formalize the establishment of a Community Protected Area in the Fokontany of Anjiabe at the locality of Ampombofofo in the Rural Municipality of Andranovondronina. The sustainability of natural and cultural resources, a lever for sustainable development directly benefiting local communities through the enhancement of biodiversity and the promotion of community ecotourism, constitutes the main Mission which contributes to transforming potential into truly tangible benefits. To do this, BNC intervenes in a correlated manner in the terrestrial, marine and coastal environment.
We envision a future in which the people of Bobaomby live sustainably according to their own needs and aspirations, and in productive harmony with local ecosystems in which they are agents, and not enemies, of Biodiversity conservation.
Conservation and development projects that prescribe the participation of local stakeholders in decision-making around the sustainable management of their own ecosystems have become commonplace in Madagascar in recent decades, as have scholarly critiques questioning the likelihood that such “community-based conservation” (CBC) efforts can achieve the win-win scenarios they purport to offer Malagasy communities and ecosystems...
The Environmental Anthropology in Madagascar field course has been offered for more than 15 years through longstanding partnerships with colleagues and communities in Madagascar. Above, anthropology professor Andrew Walsh (middle, far right) and a cohort of Western students (middle, second from left) visit KOFAMA Tsingy Mahaloka, a project situated near Ankarana National Park, run by course collaborators in northern Madagascar...
BNC (Bobaomby Nature Conservation) is a registered Non-profit, Non-Governmental Organization based and working in Antsiranana, the northernmost province of Madagascar. Our work with local communities in the area of Ampombofofo, BOBAOMBY, focuses on the Conservation of local Ecosystems and Biodiversity, and the Development of the community-based Ecotourism in the region. We have been working in these communities since 2013 with the intention of helping local people alleviate their extreme poverty while empowering them as agents of Conservation who will protect endangered Fauna and Flora (Baobab Andasonia Suarezensis, Eulemur coronatus, Mantella Viridis, Chelonia Mydas, Paracontias minimus, Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher and Ardeola idea) in the region.
We discovered the area of Bobaomby in 2009, during our field trip and we got out first funding from the Rufford Small Grant Foundation in 2013 to conduct a preliminary research project to collect data on the biodiversity,the socio-economic and the livelihood of the area. Thanks to the collected data of this first step which affirm the richness of the area in term of Biodiversity and its important potentiality on an ecotourism project as an alternative source of income for villagers, we got our second fund, from the Rufford Small Grant Foundation again for the continuation of the project on 2015. The year 2016 and until nowadays we are still continuing our work and now the project have established a Non-Governmental Organization called BNC (Bobaomby Nature Conservation). ...read more
The project is undertaken in about the total of 6679,89 ha which is formed by dry deciduous forest, mangrove forest, Baobabs and, beaches. The site is composed by the sandstone geology that has created a unique habitat matrix of semi-humid dry deciduous forest and mangrove forests that protect the eastern coast of the fourth biggest island in the world from natural disaster. The main focus of this project is not only a study of a single species of fauna or flora but a study and conservation of the entire Biodiversity of the area and its habitat to make it as an Ecotourism destination. At the project sites, the species has traditionally been protected by local taboos but direct threats are now increased mainly due to hunting and habitat degradation from artisanal charcoal production. This project is undertaken to prevent a total disappearance of a forest that is habitat of many endemic and endangered fauna and flora. ...read more
The environmental education awareness campaign is an effactive tool for not only raising awareness among those who participate in the campaign, but also among the larger communities who have observed the program.
We provide opportunities to learn from one another. Foreign scientists are able to conduct research and field studies surrounding Anjiabe and Ampombofofo and can be assisted by young villagers and the project team and student from the University of Antsiranana.
The project site has an important Mangrove forest which is located in Ratabirano and Ambavarano, north part of Anjiabe and before attaining the beach of Ratabirano you will first follow this 2km of Mangrove forest. The main species of mangrove trees there are: Misotry (Avicennia marina), Honko Lahy (Rhizophora mucronata), Farafaka (Sonneratia alba), Tsitologniny (Bruguiera gymnorrhiza), Honko vavy (Ceriops tagal). The Mangrove forest is also where the habitants of Ampombofofo collect crabs and honey. ...read more
There are large troops of crowned lemurs (Eulemur coronatus) which is classified as Endangered (EN) in the IUCN Red List. They are an essential part of functioning ecosystem, as they are directly related to the structure and composition of habitats by their role as seed dispersers (Brewer and Rejmanek,1999), pollinators (Jansen et al.1981; Fleming and Sosa,1994; Carthew and Goldingay,1995). ...read more
The site is habitat of the giant Baobabs which is endemic to the north of Madagascar, “Andasonia Suarenzis” and “Andasonia Madagascarensis”. For the local communities Baobabs are considered as sacred tree.
The site is habitat of the Fruits Bats, Madagascar flying fox which is classified as Vulnerable in IUCN Red List. The existence of fruit bats is ecologically significant as they act as a major component in seed dispersal, hence help in the reforestation.
The main villagers’ activities are to raise cattle (zebu), collect bees honey from the forest, go fishing, work in rice field during the rainy season and making charcoal during the dry season as source of income to compensate the insufficient rice production This tribe (Anjoaty) is very conservative and famous on having traditional belief and still have the prestigious values of their identity and still have strong respect for their culture and ancestor’s belief. There are many different traditional events that they respect. Their land and forest are composed by many sacred places where legend and history were born. This culture of Taboos is particularly interesting because most of the Taboos in this village are related to how they keep “conserve” the primary forest. ...read more
As in many tourist sites in Madagascar, access...
As in many tourist sites in Madagascar, access to the communities and locations in which we work can be affected by the season. From April to November, during dry season, access is easy making this, a good time for all kinds of activities. From December to March, during the rainy season, access can be more difficult. Opportunities for research and village integration are possible year-round.
In order to ensure a unique experience in the...
In order to ensure a unique experience in the heart of nature, BNC has developed infrastructure for visitors who will enjoy camping in tents. We can provide tenting accommodations for up to 15 visitors, and have room for additional tents as well. Access to enclosed latrines and bathing facilities is available nearby.
Clean energy from solar panels is available for...
Clean energy from solar panels is available for charging smartphones, laptops, cameras, lights, and other electronics.
Visitors’ meals will be prepared by villagers...
Visitors’ meals will be prepared by villagers (men and women) who have been trained in culinary know-how and will be well-paid for their work in accordance with an agreement between BNC and local community leaders. Meals at the campsite will be prepared with fresh and, whenever possible, locally sourced ingredients including rice, fish, crab, shrimp, chicken, beans, and fruit.
Different groups of Eulemur coronatus (Akomba, crowned lemur) were observed near...
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For mangrove enthusiasts, the site has a large mangrove forest that protects the...
The Ampombofofo site is the habitat of 63 species of birds and some are classified...
Our sites are home to two species of Baobabs which are: Andasonia Madagascarensis...
In the north of Madagascar, this area of the extreme north is called the Bobaomby...
Our site has three types of wonderful beach: The sacred beaches of Agnalagnana and...
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