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April 2025

At Usambara Biodiversity Conservation Project, everything we do is rooted in community collaboration. Our focus is on creating long-term, sustainable benefits for both the landscape and the people who rely on forests for their livelihoods.

01 Apr. 2025
März 2025

With the arrival of spring, it's an ideal time to carry out essential maintenance in our national forests.

Warmer weather and improved access allow for trail repairs, habitat restoration, and early monitoring—crucial tasks that support forest health throughout the year.

Here’s

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31 März 2025

Spring has arrived—a perfect time to explore and reconnect with our national forests.

As trails reopen and wildlife becomes more active, it's also a critical moment to tread responsibly.

Staying on marked paths, respecting fire regulations, and minimizing impact helps ensure

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31 März 2025
Nicci Gowing
Nicci Gowing · vor 3 Tagen

Nothing brings me more peace than being in a place like this!

This little guy is a mudskipper—part fish, part land explorer.

Found in healthy mangrove ecosystems like those in Madagascar, mudskippers can breathe through their skin and even “walk” on land using their fins.

Their presence is a great sign that the mangroves are thriving.

28 März 2025

Did you know?

Mangroves can survive in saltwater by filtering out up to 90% of the salt through their roots—or excreting it through their leaves. It’s one of the reasons they thrive along Madagascar’s coasts where few other trees can.

28 März 2025

Our community at Usambara Biodiversity Conservation Project are growing up in a climate crisis, surrounded by news of rising temperatures, droughts, floods, and disappearing wildlife. But when they plant trees, they become environmentalists, working to create a greener future.

22 März 2025

Environmental degradation and gender inequality stem from shared dominant power structures. Gender equity and women’s empowerment are deeply embedded in all our work and are essential to sustainable climate solutions.

13 März 2025
NAKEDFOOD.CH Ltd.
NAKEDFOOD.CH Ltd. · vor 14 Tagen

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Februar 2025

Camping in a forest isn’t just about the towering trees or sweeping landscapes—it’s also about the small, beautiful discoveries along the way. A single wildflower blooming on the forest floor, delicate yet resilient, is a reminder of the intricate ecosystems thriving around us.

28 Feb. 2025

Camping in national forests offers a chance to connect with nature, but responsible practices are essential to protect these landscapes.

Always follow Leave No Trace principles—pack out all trash, minimize campfire impact, and use designated fire rings where allowed.

Respect

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28 Feb. 2025

Our planting team is made up of local community members who live near our restoration sites. Many rely on fishing for their livelihoods, and planting mangroves plays a crucial role in strengthening coastal ecosystems.

Mangroves provide essential breeding and nursery grounds for

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28 Feb. 2025
The Creative Pixels
The Creative Pixels · vor einem Monat

I wonder if there are any mangrove projects in Mexico we can plant on. We are...

Mangrove forests are vital for coastal stability, biodiversity, and carbon storage, acting as a natural barrier against storms and erosion.

Fun fact: Mangroves can filter up to 90% of salt from seawater before absorbing it, allowing them to thrive in harsh coastal environments where

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28 Feb. 2025

These saplings are just 1.5 years old but have already outgrown an average adult of 6ft! That’s some impressive growth! Nature, when left to thrive, never fails to surprise.

Isnt it?

27 Feb. 2025

Beyond academic success, this initiative equipped students with practical skills, inspired environmental stewardship, and set a standard for sustainable education. And the impact is being felt beyond the classroom. The school and its surrounding community are embracing sustainable

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25 Feb. 2025

Recent images from the project site! 🌿 The saplings are thriving and growing rapidly, well on their way to becoming self-sustaining—just like natural forests.

25 Feb. 2025

When tree planting is done properly it transforms
landscapes, communities and livelihoods.

24 Feb. 2025
NAKEDFOOD.CH Ltd.
NAKEDFOOD.CH Ltd. · vor 14 Tagen

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