Kalaw or Rufous Hornbill
by Xtian Mack on June 10, 2012The Rufous Hornbill (Buceros hydrocorax), also known as Philippine Hornbill and, locally, as Kalaw (pronounced kah-lau) is a large species of hornbill. It is endemic to the Philippines, where it occurs in primary, mature secondary and disturbed forests on 11 islands: Luzon and Marinduque (race hydrocorax), Samar, Leyte, Bohol, Panaon, Biliran, Calicoan and Buad (race semigaleatus), Dinagat, Siargao, Mindanao (plus Balut, Bucas and Talicud) and Basilan (race mindanensis). It is still common locally, notably in the Sierra Madre of Luzon, but continues to suffer from substantial hunting pressure and widespread loss of habitat.
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A Warm Welcome from Lake Mainit
by Jhaypee Guia on May 31, 2012Lake Mainit is one of the deepest and largest lake in the country. In fact, It ranked as the fourth largest lake in the Philippines. It has an area of 173.40 square kilometers. It has a maximum depth of about 223 meters and an elevation of 37 meters above sea level. It is one of the natural ecosystems in the region that possesses a great potential to compete with other more famous natural wonders.
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TOP 10 Water Sports in the Philippines
by Jane Dacumos on May 26, 2012If you want a different adventure or a thrilling experience, the Philippines has its all splashing sports that will peak your interest. Water sports offer a good exercise and excitement that will make you appreciate and love the nature that is full with wonderful islands and a great variety of sea creatures.
Sailing, white water rafting, surfing and skim boarding are some of the popular water sports anywhere in the Philippines coastline. Are you exited to ride the waves and explore the multitude of Philippines lakes, rivers and waterfalls? Here is my perspective of top 10 water sports to engage in when in the Philippines.
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