Luzon Bleeding Heart – Punay
Sitting in the park, relaxing and enjoying the fresh air and beautiful scenery. Suddenly, you see a bird that looks like it’s been shot. But don’t panic! That’s just the Luzon bleeding-heart dove, locally...
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Philippine Serpent Eagle – A Watchful Sentinel of the Forest
The Philippine archipelago is home to a dazzling array of endemic wildlife, and among its most enigmatic avian predators is the Philippine Serpent Eagle (Spilornis holospilus). While overshadowed by its larger cousin, the Philippine...
Philippine Eagle – Majestic and Endangered
Flying above the clouds, hovering the majestic view of the pearl of the east with my wingspan of 7 feet, I am the Philippine Eagle, the most dominant hunter in the Philippine forests. The...
Philippine Tarsier
The Philippine Tarsier, known as the “world’s smallest monkey”, is a species of tarsier endemic to the Philippines. It is found in the southeastern part of the archipelago, particularly on the islands of Bohol,...
Tamaraw – Mindoro Dwarf Buffalo
Philippines are inhabited by more than 200 species of mammals, including the Tamaraw or Mindoro dwarf buffalo. It is a small wild buffalo only found on Mindoro Island in the Philippines and is the...
Hoya Cumingiana
Hoya cumingiana or Bush Hoya is a succulent vine endemic to the Philippines. Its small leaves grow close together due to its very short internodes, giving it a bushy appearance. It blooms in clusters...
Santan Flower – Nature’s Burst of Color
If you’ve ever strolled through a tropical garden or passed by a well-kept hedge in Southeast Asia, chances are you’ve seen the cheerful blooms of the Santan flower, also known botanically as Ixora. This...
Tsaang Gubat – A Filipino Herbal Wonder
Tsaang Gubat, Scientific name: Ehretia microphylla, synonym: Carmona retusa, is a remarkable plant native to the Philippines that has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various health concerns. Often referred to...
Bani Tree – Nature’s Gift of Harmony
In the quiet corners of tropical landscapes, where ancient traditions meet the rhythms of nature, stands a humble yet profoundly revered tree—the Bani Tree (Pongamia pinnata). Known by different names across South and Southeast...
Black Prince Rubber Tree
Ficus elastica, Commonly known as Black Prince Rubber Tree in the Philippines, is a flowering plant native to eastern parts of South and Southeast Asia. It has become naturalized in Sri Lanka, the West...
