Guardians of Biodiversity

Synopsis

Réunion Island, a volcanic jewel rising from the Indian Ocean, is home to one of the most exceptional and fragile biodiversities on the planet. Behind this natural wealth lies a little-known reality: without the dedication of a handful of determined individuals, entire parts of this living heritage would already have disappeared. Guardians of Biodiversity meets the women and men who, through their associations and conservation efforts, stand as a barrier against a silent extinction. From Raymond Lucas, president of APN and a passionate advocate for endemic plants, to the defenders of coral reefs and the lagoon, from bird conservationists to the protectors of the Manapany green gecko, a tiny reptile on the brink of extinction, the film reveals the faces behind a struggle that is as discreet as it is essential. A tribute to those who have chosen to defend nature because no one else will do it in their place. Official Selection: Green Awards 2026.