The fourth biosphere reserve in the west-central African country, Doumba-Rey Biosphere Reserve is best known for its bird population of over 100 identified species and exceptionally diverse flora. Located in the transition area between savannahs and forests, it plays an important role in carbon sequestration and hosts emblematic species, including elephants. There are some 60 villages in the biosphere reserve whose inhabitants are mainly Gbaya, Mboum and Mbéré peoples who are great hunters. The area is also used by Fulani and nomadic shepherds, who make a living from pastoral activities, including sedentary and transhumant livestock breeding. In 2014, the area received more than 10,000 refugees escaping conflict.

Lancrenon waterfalls in Doumba-Rey Biosphere Reserve, CameroonWikimedia Commons / 2ddangaAttribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Consultation with the local community to define the zoning of the Doumba-Rey Biosphere Reserve, CameroonMohamadou

Presentation of the ecological and socio-economic studies developed by the BIOPALT project to the community of the Doumba-Rey Biosphere Reserve, CameroonMohamadou

Steep hills in the Doumba-Rey Biosphere Reserve, CameroonMohamadou