PHILIPPINE NATURE

AND WILDLIFE:
A GLIMPSE
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52,000 9,250+
number of animal species number of plant species
living in the Philippines living in the Philippines
(Source: a-z-animals.com) (Source: cepf.net)
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Philippines' nature: a summary

Our country has a The level of biological Our local cultures are
tropical climate. diversity is very high. linked to the nature.

This climate is very Our country ranks among Some parts of our local
appropriate for many animal those with the highest plant cultures and traditions are
and plant species, as well as and animal diversity in the done in order to respect and
crops, to live and grow. entire planet. protect the environment.
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1.
Landscapes
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Topographic Map
of the Philippines
This type of map shows us the features of a
land's surface and their elevation. For instance,
this map shows us the mountains, hills, and
lowlands in the Philippines.
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Landscapes
1

Beaches and lagoons

The Philippines is an island country, and coastlines
are lined with beautiful beaches with majestic
views of the ocean. Many activities, such as diving,
snorkeling, surfing, and boating can also be done
to appreciate the waves and the marine life.
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Landscapes
2

Mountains
The Philippines also has long-ranging mountain
ranges, and most of the country has a
mountainous terrain. The highest point in the
country is Mt. Apo found in the southern island of
Mindanao, and it is is 2.954 km high.
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Landscapes
3

Plains and vegetation

Plains are also spread across the country, and
many types of crops are grown, such as rice, corn,
wheat, vegetables, and fruits. The country's
economy rely heavily on agriculture and export of
crop products to other countries.
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Landscapes
4

Rainforests
The country is heavily covered by forests, mostly
on mountains but also elsewhere (such as,
alongside rivers, beside the coastline, outside
cities). This is where most of our protected animal
and plant species are found.
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2.
Wildlife in the Philippines
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Wildlife Spotlight
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The Philippine Eagle

(Phitecophaga jefferyi) Is known as the Philippines'
national bird, found naturally around Mt. Apo. It is
also called the monkey-eating eagle and is
currently critically endangered.
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Wildlife Spotlight
2

The Philippine Tarsier

(Carlito syrichta) Is a small type of tarsier found in
the hills of Bohol Island in the central Philippines
and in other neighboring islands. It is so small that
it can sit on the palm of your hand!
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Wildlife Spotlight
3

Tamaraw
(Bubalus mindorensis) Is a small hoofed animal
(buffalo) endemic to the island of MIndoro. It is
critically endangered and has been at the center of
conservation efforts by environmentalists.
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Wildlife Spotlight
4

Carabao/Kalabaw
(Bubalus bubalis) A larger and different type of
water buffalo, this animal had become
domesticated and has been very useful for farming
for more than 2000 years.
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Wildlife Spotlight
5

Saltwater Crocodile
(Crocodylus porosus) The largest known reptiles,
they thrive in saltwater (unlike other crocodiles).
The longest ever individual, named "Lolong",
measured 6,17m, and was captured in the country.
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3.
Challenges
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Challenges
1

Illegal Logging
Logging has been a huge problem for Philippine
mountains and rainforests for a while now, and it's
difficult to stop. Animals lose their habitat and die
off and valuable plants are also diminished.
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Challenges
2

Improper Waste Management

Rivers and other bodies of water are being polluted
by many types of waste, such as plastics,
chemicals, etc. The waste are extremely harmful
towards marine life and can end up hundreds of
kilometers into the ocean.
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Challenges
3

Mining
Mining is vital to the economy, but excessive and
irresponsible mining erodes mountains, takes away
animal habitat, and even exposes local
communities to pollution and potential disaster.
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