The net change in tree cover over the years has been negative, with a net loss of over 1,023,956 hectares, which is about 5.89% of the total tree cover. This loss is despite a recorded gain of 173,322 hectares, which is overshadowed by the loss and disturbance figures.
The latest incident from November 20, 2024, indicates that fire incidents continue to pose a threat to the remaining forest cover in regions like Sava, Madagascar. While wildfires contribute less to the tree cover loss compared to shifting agriculture, they remain a concern for conservation efforts.
The data underscores the urgent need for strategies to mitigate tree cover loss in Madagascar. The ongoing loss of forests not only threatens the island's rich biodiversity but also has broader implications for global climate change and environmental stability.
