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Update on the development of Mak-Betchou Wildlife Sanctuary

Update on the development of Mak-Betchou Wildlife Sanctuary

by crgadmin | Jan 11, 2018 | Conservation

In a bid to conserve and ensure the sustainable management of natural resources of Mak-Betchou, in the Lebialem Division of Southwest Cameroon, ERuDeF in 2007 launched research and conservation work in this forest area. The proposed Mak-Betchou Wildlife Sanctuary is...
An animated look at the impacts of road development on deforestation in South West Cameroon

An animated look at the impacts of road development on deforestation in South West Cameroon

by crgadmin | May 20, 2017 | Conservation, Research

Deforestation is still increasing exponentially in tropical regions. The forest landscape in Upper Bayang and Manyu Department at large is home to the critically endangered Cross River gorilla in South West Cameroon. Until recently the forest was relatively intact...
Eyes in the sky and on the ground: Engaging communities in forest conservation in the Cameroon Highlands

Eyes in the sky and on the ground: Engaging communities in forest conservation in the Cameroon Highlands

by crgadmin | Mar 16, 2017 | Conservation, Research

As a former ice age refuge, the highland rainforests of South West Cameroon are among the oldest forests and comprise the richest flora and fauna in continental tropical Africa. The area is one of the world’s most important biodiversity hotspots, encompassing high...

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