UK teenagers witness first-hand the issues threatening Madagascan wildlife and the conservation projects helping endangered species on the island.
The teenagers discover that often there are no easy solutions, with many issues - such as deforestation - occurring in response to the needs of the local community. At the end of each video the audience is encouraged to share responses and consider how best to balance the needs of the local wildlife with those of local communities.
Suitable for: Geography at KS3 in England and Northern Ireland, 3rd/4th Level in Scotland and Progression Step 4 in Wales.
The videos
Balancing tourism and conservation in Madagascar. video
The teenagers consider the impact of tourism in Madagascar. They explore the link between the economy and conservation.
How fishing on a coral reef in Madagascar causes habitat loss. video
The teenagers consider a local conservation dilemma: families who fish on a coral reef even though the activity is destroying the habitat.
How deforestation in Madagascar is threatening animal habitats. video
The teenagers investigate how deforestation in Madagascar threatens the lemur's habitat, but happens in response to local needs.
When the need for food threatens endangered species. video
The teenagers consider what can be done to protect bats, which are often hunted as a source of meat although endangered.
Protecting endangered species in Madagascar. video
The teenagers consider two contrasting wildlife conservation projects, both working to protect endangered species.
