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6 Aug 2024

Madagascar Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident in Menabe
Madagascar Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident in Menabe

Madagascar has faced a significant challenge in preserving its tree cover over the years. The island nation, known for its unique biodiversity, has an area of approximately 59.14 million hectares, with a tree cover extent of around 17.14 million hectares. However, the country has experienced a net loss in tree cover of over 1.19 million hectares, which is a concerning 5.89% decrease.

The primary driver of tree cover loss has been identified as shifting agriculture, which is responsible for the vast majority of the decline. Forestry activities and wildfires also contribute to the loss, but to a much lesser extent. The impact of urbanization on tree cover loss was not specified in the data.

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In a recent incident, a fire alert was reported on August 6, 2024, in the Menabe region of Madagascar. This single incident highlights the ongoing struggle against wildfires in the country.

The trend over the years has shown a fluctuating but overall increasing pattern in tree cover loss, with the most significant loss recorded in 2017. This pattern underscores the need for increased attention to sustainable land management practices to preserve Madagascar's remaining forests and the rich biodiversity they support.

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