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by Xtian Mack on November 12, 2012 The Philippine Naked-backed Fruit Bat or Philippine bare-backed fruit bat (Dobsomia chapmani) is a megabat that lives on Negros Island and two small populations live on Cebu Island in the Philippines. Like other bare-backed fruit bats, its wings meet along the midline of their bodies, making it a very agile flier. It roosted in caves, in areas where little light penetrated the gloom. It was so abundant once that it left piles of guano, which were used by miners as fertilizer. » Read More
by Kheem Caparas on June 1, 2012 Waling-waling or Vanda Sanderiana is dubbed as the “Queen of Philippine Orchids”. It is also worshipped as Diwata (fairy) by the native Bagobos and discovered in the year 1882. It is the rarest, most beautiful, and most expensive orchid among thousands of species that can be found in the country. » Read More
by Red de Vera on June 25, 2014 Aurora is known for its beaches and surfing destinations but this province has also other great tourist attractions. This includes some magnificent waterfalls that can be seen in the municipalities of the province and one of them is the majestic Caunayan Falls. It is located in San Luis, a municipality south of Baler. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on November 10, 2012 Maya is the Filipino common name for the Eurasian tree sparrow, Passer montanus. This widely distributed Passeriformes species is just introduced to the country, but has adapted very well to its conditions. It is now arguably the most familiar bird in urban areas in the Philippines. As a result it is confused by most locals with maya pula, or the Black-headed Munia (Lonchura atricapilla), as the former national bird of the Philippines. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on July 14, 2012 Do you want to have a slice of paradise of Davao City? Davao is known where largest and greatest eagle in the world can be found – the Philippine Monkey-eating Eagle, considered as the Philippine national bird. It is also the home of Crocodile Farm where you can find so much fun and excitement in watching saltwater crocodiles. » Read More
by Arjay Reyes on February 20, 2015 Hindang is a fifth class municipality located in the province of Southern Leyte. The quiet town is hidden below the peaks of Mt. Bontok where awesome caves inhabited with wild monkeys can be found. The caves in Hindang are more accessible than other caves in the Philippines. It can easily be access through the national highway which is 300 meters away from the Hindang Caves Park. » Read More
by Rjay Reyes on June 26, 2014 Dolores is a municipality in the Quezon Province and houses many tourist attractions which includes Cristalino Falls, Satalino Falls and Kubli Springs. Literally Kubli means “hidden” and it promotes the natural hidden beauty of Dolores. » Read More
by Jann Aeron Delrosario on May 11, 2012 Davao is a home of the largest and greatest eagle in the world – the Philippine Monkey-eating Eagle, considered as the Philippine national bird. The Philippine Eagle Center is a peaceful sanctuary of 36 Philippine Eagles, ten other bird species, four mammal species, and two reptile species. The Philippine Eagle Center is established with the help of the sponsorship of the Philippines Eagle Foundation, a private, non-stock, non-profit association committed in saving the endangered Philippine Eagle and its forest territory. The place is also the best destination for educational tours, especially about learning the ecology and the ecosystem. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on July 21, 2012 The Ninoy Aquino Parks & Wildlife Center is a 64.58-hectare (159.6-acre) zoological and botanical garden located in Diliman, Quezon City, the Philippines. It was named after Benigno S. "Ninoy" Aquino, Jr. This area is an ideal place for everyone who loves nature. The 80-hectare complex of wooden areas is conducive for picnicking or promenading. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on June 30, 2012 The province of Guimaras has become highly progressive in the emerging agri-tourism sector, and has shown that the people here can excel in such specialized fields like beekeeping, organic fruit and vegetable farming, and aquaculture. With sustainability and innovation in mind, the Guimaras Agri-tourism Circuit has become a pioneer in this new exciting field. » Read More
