Sierra Santa Cruz is the last unprotected rainforest in Caribbean Guatemala. From jaguars and pumas to bejewelled hummingbirds, golden bats and Critically Endangered frogs, this mountain range is a wild treasure chest.
But this rich habitat is under threat. Deforestation for Oil Palm plantations and cattle ranches has cleared the surrounding area and is now creeping up the slopes.
To put a stop to this and save Santa Cruz's wildlife, we need to raise £625,000 as quickly as possible to create a core reserve of 2,500 acres (1,000 hectares), which will be protected by our local partner FUNDAECO.
In the next two weeks until October 18, all donations to the Treasure Chest Appeal will be doubled by the sponsors of Big Match Fortnight.
