Ratelolahy Félix is a leader in lemur conservation with over two decades of experience. A 2002 graduate in Biological Anthropology from the University of Antananarivo, he began his career as a field coordinator for the MODEF project at the ValBio Center in Ranomafana from 2003 to 2006. He then held several senior positions within the WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society), including as a component leader for ecological monitoring in Makira, technical research manager, and restoration program manager.
Since 2024, he has been the primatology coordinator for Makira National Park, where he continues to lead efforts for the conservation and study of lemurs. Ratelolahy has participated in numerous international workshops, conferences and seminars, and has conducted research on species such as the Silky Sifaka in Marojejy National Park and the Prolemur simus in Ranomafana National Park. He has been a member of GERP since 1999 and of the Primate Specialist Group since 2005.
His work includes using technologies such as camera traps for lemur surveys, and he has contributed significantly to the study of the distribution, population densities and viability of endangered species, including the Indri and the Silky Sifaka. For Ratelolahy Félix, lemurs are one of Madagascar's greatest prides, unique treasures that deserve to be protected.