The Phoenix Conservancy

The region in which Avisoa lives is all too frequently beset by drought, food insecurity, and poverty. Our efforts are not limited to planting trees; we are focused on growing entire ecosystems that support biodiversity and communities alike.

A woman poses with a shovel on a steep, grassy hill in front of lush rainforest.

Meet Avisoa from Manombo, a small community near the imperiled rainforest of Ivohiboro in Madagascar. She is one of thousands of people that have joined our reforestation efforts, planting Foxhole Forests, digging firebreaks, and collecting seeds.

#Nature #Conservation #Madagascar #Rainforest

We don't recommend harvesting any plants from the wild without proper training and knowledge of laws and best practices, especially if you aren't experienced in plant identification. It's always best to leave wildflowers be so other people (and pollinators) can enjoy them.

A Common Camas flower inflorescence (Camassia quamash) blooms in the Palouse Prairie.

But why is it called Deathcamas? The plants superficially resemble Camas (genus Camassia, shown here), which are generally edible and were staples of many indigenous diets. Want to tell the difference? Deathcamas flowers are relatively small and white, while Camas flowers are much larger and purple.

The bulbs of these species are extremely toxic and should never be consumed. However, Deathcamas is a vital component of the endangered Palouse ecosystem, particularly for pollinators. Just because it can't be eaten doesn't mean it shouldn't be valued!

A Meadow Deathcamas flower inflorescence (Toxicoscordion venenosum) blooms in the Palouse Prairie.

You know what day it is? It's TOXICOSCORDION TUESDAY 🎉

Today, we celebrate the 2 Deathcamas species of the Palouse Prairie, Meadow Deathcamas (T. venenosum, pictured) & Foothill Deathcamas (T. paniculatum). Their names are intimidating, & for good reason

#Botany #Nature #Conservation #Wildflowers

The image is divided into four rectangles. In the top left, there is a person's cheek and closed eye. In the top right, there is a bottle dropper full of Madagascar Marula Oil. In the bottom right, there is a person's hair. In the bottom left, there is a silhouette of a rainforest. Text reads "Madagascar Marula Oil. Replenish Skin. Rejuvenate hair. Restore rainforest. 100% Raw. Sustainable. Cold-pressed. Saves Lemurs. Now available for direct purchase! www.PhoenixConservancy.org/marula."

Improving your selfcare routines for the new year?

Every bottle of our Madagascar Marula Oil restores rainforest, saves lemurs, and enriches your skin & haircare.

We're now offering bottles for purchase!

www.phoenixconservancy.org/marula

#Beauty #Skincare #Haircare #Marula #Conservation #Nature

Of course! We've got a lot going on, from Washington to Madagascar, and we're always happy to chat!

Your lawn could host an endangered ecosystem - High Country News In the effort to restore the Palouse Prairie, no project is too small.

Not the focus of the whole piece, but High Country News wrote a wonderful article on our efforts that opens with a visit to the cemetery from the above pic.

www.hcn.org/issues/56-11...

Wildflowers blooming in a pioneer cemetery in the Palouse Prairie. Rolling agricultural fields are visible in the background.

We work in several of these in Palouse Prairie of eastern WA! Pioneer cemeteries are some of the last remaining intact patches of this endangered ecosystem. Every square foot counts when there's less than half a percent left!

A male Greater Prairie-Chicken walks through short grass while inflating bright yellow air sacs in a mating display

Greater Prairie-Chickens! 🥰

Seeing their lekking behavior up close is an S-tier wildlife experience. Just stunning animals

The Aurora Borealis shimmers with vibrant greens, yellows, and reds in the night sky above the Palouse Prairie of Washington state.

All is calm. All is bright. ✨

The cover of The Phoenix Conservancy's 2025 Annual Report. There is a photo of a small group of Marula (Sclerocarya birrea) trees with lush, green canopies standing amidst scorched black earth with a tall hill in the background devoid of vegetation. Text reading "THE PHOENIX CONSERVANCY ANNUAL REPORT 2025" appears at the top right, with the word "PERSEVERANCE" appearing in the bottom left. The Phoenix Conservancy's logo appears in the top left slightly obscured by the hill in the photo.

It's out! Our 2025 Annual Report is here. This year was our most challenging yet, but thanks to your support, we didn't just survive 2025. We THRIVED 🌱

Learn how we restored endangered ecosystems 👇
www.PhoenixConservancy.org/annual-report-2025

#Conservation #Restoration #Nature #Nonprofit

Ivohiboro Rainforest appears partially under the cover of low-hanging clouds, but the majority of the lush trees shine in the morning sun. Grassy hillsides appear in the foreground, dotted with Foxhole Forest restoration sites.

It never gets old 😌

Ivohiboro Rainforest is a gem of southeastern Madagascar, one we need your help to protect and restore.

Can you spot the Foxhole Forest restoration sites in this picture?

#Rainforest #Ivohiboro #Madagascar #Nature #Photography

The inverse is true btw. We can regrow forests at 10x the rate of natural regeneration by injecting our seedlings with old tree sap.

Donate | Phoenix Conservancy The Phoenix Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to the restoration of endangered ecosystems for the communities that depend on them and the conservation of biodiversity.

Today, we're recognizing imperiled wildlife & supporting efforts to conserve & expand their habitat. If you'd like to contribute to our work restoring endangered ecosystems, please consider making a gift below & liking & reposting this post to spread the word.

www.PhoenixConservancy.org/donate

Species like Monarch Butterflies in the Palouse Prairie of Washington state or Ring-tailed Lemurs in Ivohiboro, Madagascar face local extinction and are threatened across their range. Other species have already been lost.

A male Greater Prairie-Chicken struts in short grass with yellow air sacs inflated in a mating display. The bird is outlined in white. Text reading "WORLD WILDIFE" appears above the bird, with "world" in white and "wildlife" in yellow. Text reading "CONSERVATION DAY" appears in white below the bird.

It's #WorldWildlifeConservationDay! Wild animals are vital members of the endangered ecosystems we work to restore, and many are imperiled themselves. Greater Prairie-Chickens are emblematic of the northern Great Plains, but their populations have dwindled.

#Wildlife #Nature #Animals #Conservation

You can learn more about our ecosystem restoration mission (and support it financially if you're able) at our website.

www.PhoenixConservancy.org/donate

A Greater Prairie-Chicken male struts through short, green grass with bright orange air sacs inflated along his neck in a mating display.

So we're trying to reach more people.

It's #GivingTuesday, but we know times are tough. Please give us a like, follow, & repost. Every engagement helps us reach those who are in a position to give & supports our efforts to restore endangered ecosystems!

#Conservation #Nature #Photography #Wildlife

YouTube video by The Phoenix Conservancy Our Marula Oil Saves Lemurs

Watch our latest video on YouTube to learn more about this project and how it supports lemur conservation and rainforest restoration!

youtu.be/CzL5vrcZsmA

Marula | Phoenix Conservancy The Phoenix Conservancy offers cosmetic Marula oil as part of our endangered rainforest restoration efforts in Madagascar, saving lemurs and uplifting communities together.

Did you know your skin and haircare routines can save lemurs?

We're officially launching Madagascar Marula Oil! You can get a bottle as a thank you gift for becoming a monthly supporter at www.PhoenixConservancy.org/marula

#Cosmetics #Haircare #Skincare #Nature #Conservation #Wildlife

YouTube video by The Phoenix Conservancy How To Make Biochar

Fix your soil with this one simple trick 🔥

Learn how to make #biochar with us!

#Conservation #Restoration #Washington #Fire

youtu.be/Qz09VwxNlAA

An Oustelet's Giant Chameleon, a light brown lizard with vibrant green and red markings on its throat, clings to branches. Text reading "LAST DAY VOTE People Helping People Awards Find the link in our bio!" appears above and behind the chameleon.

It's the last day to vote for us! 📝 We’re a finalist in the BECU People Helping People Awards! 🙌 Pick us as your choice to win $40,000 in the People’s Choice Award category. Vote by 5 p.m. PST TODAY, Nov. 7, at this link so we can make even more of an impact.

becu.org/awards

#Nature #Conservation

A candy bar, split in half, with pictures of Ring-tailed Lemurs edited to appear inside the candy.

Parents, please check your kids' candy this #Halloween! We found endangered Ring-tailed Lemurs inside this candy bar.

A Prairie Dog stands on its hind legs in front of its burrow. Text reading "VOTE FOR US People Helping People Awards" appears above and behind the Prairie Dog.

We’re a finalist in the BECU People Helping People Awards! 🙌 Pick us as your choice to win $40,000 in the People’s Choice Award category. Vote by 5 p.m. PST, Nov. 7 at becu.org/awards so we can make even more of an impact.

If you're gonna touch grass, it might as well be native

Donate | Phoenix Conservancy The Phoenix Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to the restoration of endangered ecosystems for the communities that depend on them and the conservation of biodiversity.

We're so grateful for the collaborations that drive Ivohiboro's conservation forward, including the generous donors that keep these programs thriving.

If you'd like to join us, you can give here: www.PhoenixConservancy.org/donate

We hired hundreds of people across 4 new communities to help us protect imperiled, isolated patches of habitat for Ivohiboro's endangered and unique lemurs, as well as countless other species.

These efforts would not have been possible without our partners at MICET, who oversaw the implementation.

Local community members in Ivohiboro, Madagascar work to clear a strip of land to create a firebreak. There are grassy hills in the background and a gully filled with trees.

🔥We just added 10 miles of firebreaks to protect Madagascar's rainforests!🌳

Our site in Ivohiboro is inside a protected area, but thanks to support from the IUCN SOS program, we've extended our efforts to forest fragments north of Ivohiboro.

#Madagascar #Nature #Conservation #Rainforest #Ivohiboro