The giant golden-crowned flying fox (Acerodon Jubatus), a silent behemoth, soars through the night in the center of the Philippines. It is regarded as the largest bat species that majestically inhabits the archipelago. Read more »
Exciting news has emerged from the peak of Mt. Apo in Magpet, North Cotabato as environmentalists have spotted three adult and one juvenile Mindanao Rufous Hornbills (Buceros hydrothorax mundanensis). Read more »
The Philippines is a frequent battleground for typhoons, enduring over 20 storms each year. Amid this natural chaos, typhoon-resistant trees emerge as vital allies in our fight against storm damage. Read more »
A regional task force for illegal logging has been revived by the Eastern Visayas Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in an effort to lead the fight against deforestation and preserve the region's vital forests and wildlife. Read more »
Mindanao's local government units and local communities are working together to not only establish its status as a premier bamboo hub, but also to drive sustainable development and economic growth throughout the area and the country. Read more »
Last February, Mindanao faced unprecedented devastation as floods and landslides wreaked havoc, claiming lives and causing widespread destruction. An insightful analysis by climate scientists from the World Weather Attribution has shed light on the contributing factors, revealing that deforestation, coupled with settlements in high-risk areas and inadequate warning systems, significantly exacerbated the impact of heavy rainfall in the region. Read more »
