<p>Introduction reads, "The background to and the reasons for the IUCN Mission to Madagascar are set out in more detail in Red Book Action Programme Memorandum No. 1 entitled <em>Unique and endangered fauna and flora of Madagascar</em>. To avoid repetition, the authors assume that Memorandum (Appendix 'B') will be read in conjunction with this report." The Memorandum included as an annex to the report. Includes recommendations for action.</p>