Conservation Ambassador
Jelovien Randriamanantena
Jelovien is a Conservation Ambassador for our Masoala Conservation Project.
Jelovien is a primatologist working to conserve lemurs and protect species in and around Makira Nature Park.
Jelovien introduces himself
Video: WCS Madagascar/Zoo Zurich, Lea Pfaller
«Protecting lemurs and their unique habitat in Makira Nature Park and Masoala is my greatest motivation.»
Three questions for Jelovien
What motivates you to work for the Masoala Conservation Project?
My motivation comes from my passion for protecting lemurs and my commitment to preserving the unique biodiversity of Makira Nature Park and Masoala.
An unforgettable moment in your project?
An unforgettable moment was observing several groups of silky sifakas in the wild after months of fieldwork and seeing that our conservation efforts were truly making a difference.
What is your greatest wish for your project?
My greatest wish is to establish a stable and growing lemur population in Makira and Masoala through long-term conservation measures, research and the involvement of local communities.