<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. "Restricted: for IUCN internal use only"</p>