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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January Festivals of Marinduque: Unveiling Cultural Treasures
by Jane Dacumos on May 23, 2012Being the smallest province in the Southern Tagalog, with the shape of a human heart floating on a clear blue sea, Marinduque is rich in historical and cultural attractions that capture the hearts of tourists and travelers.
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Feast of the Three Kings: A Tribute to the Three Wise Men
by Jane Dacumos on May 22, 2012Celebrated every January 6, the feast of the Three Kings marks the official end of the liturgical Christmas of the Philippines. The twelve days of Christmas end with the Feast of Epiphany also called the “The Adoration of the Magi” or the “The Manifestation of God”. It is also known as the Pasko ng Matatanda (Feast of the Elderly); the day specially honors senior citizens.
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Tres Reyes Islands - Gaspar, Melchor and Baltazar
by Jhaypee Guia on May 22, 2012Tres Reyes Islands can be found in Barangay Pinggan in Gasan, Marinduque. The name of the islands are originally derived from the three Kings of the Nativity: Gaspar, Melchor, and Baltazar. The Tres Reyes Islands, also called the "Three Kings,” is a chain of three islands off the coast of Gasan.
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Viewing the Sunset Over Mt. Malindig
by Jhaypee Guia on May 22, 2012Marinqudue has long been known as a province endowed by nature, with magnificent shorelines, clear blue waters, serene tropical islands and picturesque mountains like Mt. Malindig which stands majestically over the region and seen from miles around.
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