:: ABOUT THE MFG

WHERE IS THE MFG
The MFG is an international consortium of zoos, botanical gardens and related institutions from around the world.  Our international headquarters is at the Saint Louis Zoo while our in-country headquarters is in Toamasina, Madagascar.  We work primarily in two locations: Parc Ivoloina and Betampona Natural Reserve but our impact extends well beyond their borders. 

Read more about: Parc Ivoloina, Betampona Natural Reserve, MFG Office in Toamasina

WHO IS THE MFG

The heart and soul of the MFG is in Madagascar where our Betampona Conservation agents, ecoagriculture team, animal keepers, educators and others work hard to realize MFG's vision to conserve Madagascar's biodiversity.  The MFG's work is overseen by a Chair, Vice Chair, Board of Directors and a team of expert Advisors.

Read more about: the MFG staff in Madagascar, the Board and Advisors and MFG Member Institutions

MFG HISTORY

The MFG began when concerned researchers, conservationists, zoo professionals, the Duke Lemur Center and Malagasy government officials gathered together at a meeting to discuss how they could advance conservation of biodiversity.

Read more about:  how the MFG became an international membership organization, our conservation strategies, financial history

WHY MADAGASCAR (under constuction)

Madagascar, the world's fourth largest island, is home to a unique  plethora of animal and plant species but also suffers from extensive environmental degradation.  The MFG was formed to link zoos  and botanical gardens to conservation action in-country

Read more about:  the islands different ecosystems, flora and fauna, conservation challenges