Photo: dailymail.co.uk
Lemurs, eagles and St Helena´s cloud forest receive UK conservation...
The United Kingdom allocates £35 million in conservation funding to protect critical ecosystems, including Madagascars lemurs and the unique cloud forest of Saint Helena.
- The funding from the United Kingdom will support over 80 local projects aimed at conserving endangered species and habitats in developing countries, such as the Philippine eagle.
- Saint Helenas cloud forest, a vital ecosystem, is among the beneficiaries of the £35 million allocated through the Darwin Initiative and Darwin Plus programmes.
- In total, the funding aims to restore and protect thousands of hectares of vital ecosystems, highlighting the importance of conservation biology in preserving biodiversity.
Why It Matters
This funding is crucial for the survival of unique species and ecosystems, reflecting a growing commitment to global conservation efforts. Protecting areas like the cloud forest of Saint Helena is essential for ecological balance and biodiversity.