Mitia Andrianantenaina

I am a final-year veterinary student at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Antananarivo, interested about wildlife health and biodiversity conservation in Madagascar.

Currently, I am an intern at Turtle Survival Alliance, where we provide veterinary care for confiscated tortoises, support conservation and reintroduction programs, and collaborate on research while ensuring compliance with medical and regulatory standards.

At the same time, I lead Environmental and Outreach by Key Youth known as "EOKY", raising public awareness about Madagascar’s biodiversity conservation. EOKY was created to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public engagement, making conservation accessible and interactive for all. Through education and community involvement, we aim to inspire action to protect Madagascar’s unique wildlife.

I am also working on my thesis to obtain my DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree, titled Health Assessment of Confiscated Radiated Tortoises for Their Reintroduction into the Wild, as part of my internship with Turtle Survival Alliance.

January 2025