In an exciting collaboration aimed at preserving Haiti’s unique natural heritage, Fondation Capital Bank has teamed up with HNT to fund a groundbreaking project. The mission? To save from extinction, the Carossier (Attalea crassispatha) – the most endangered endemic palm in Haiti and one of the world’s most threatened palm species. The urgency of this...
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Forging Unity: Protecting Haiti’s Biodiversity Against All Odds
In the face of Haiti’s tumultuous political landscape, rampant gang-related activities, and persistent civil unrest, Haiti National Trust remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the nation’s rich biodiversity. Despite the myriad challenges, the organization’s dedicated teams continue to work tirelessly to restore, preserve, and protect Haiti’s natural wonders. Operating in such a volatile environment...
Flight for preservation: Haiti National Trust takes to the skies to survey Haiti’s flamingo populations
In response to concerning trends in the destruction of habitat for Caribbean Flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber) on Hispaniola, conservation efforts are being intensified. Despite being labeled as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List, recent evaluations point to significant declines in breeding colonies and habitat quality. Since the arrival of Spanish and French settlers in...
A Private Sector Boost for Conservation in 2024: Digicel Joins Forces with Haiti National Trust!
The year is already off to a fantastic start, as we are excited to announce a significant partnership with Digicel, Haiti’s leading telecommunications provider. Digicel is generously supporting our conservation efforts by donating smartphones and sim cards with data plans to our dedicated team of forest rangers stationed at Grand Bois National Park. Grand Bois...
Revealing the Enigmatic ‘Frog Tree’
In a recent update from our ongoing exploration of Grand Bois National Park, we’re thrilled to share exciting news about a plant species we previously encountered. Recall the intriguing plant locally named “Bwa Krapo” or the “frog tree” from our previous article? Well, the veil of mystery shrouding its identity has finally been lifted. After...
A Botanical Adventure: Unveiling Three Native Species in Grand Bois
In a thrilling discovery for biodiversity enthusiasts and conservationists alike, we are excited to announce the identification of two native species in the pristine landscapes of Grand Bois National Park. Our dedicated team of botanists has been diligently exploring the rich natural tapestry of Grand Bois, and their efforts have yielded remarkable results. Two of...
Thriving Against Adversity: Exceeding Reforestation Goals in 2023!
In 2023, our commitment to the preservation of Haiti’s natural heritage led us to set an ambitious goal: to plant 80,000 native and endemic species in the stunning Grand Bois National Park as part of our reforestation efforts. Today, we are happy to share the remarkable news of our resounding success. Despite a multitude of...