The Philippines is home to a wide variety of unique plants and animals, many of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Unfortunately, rapid urbanization, deforestation, hunting, and climate change have led to a severe decline in several native species, pushing them to the brink of extinction. Among the most critically endangered are the Philippine Tarsier, the Philippine Eagle, and the Tamaraw.
This project seeks to create a website that showcases these endangered animals, explains why they are important, and educates the public on how to protect them. The website will serve as an accessible learning resource for students, teachers, researchers, and nature enthusiasts. It will provide detailed information about each animal, their habitats, threats, and the current conservation efforts being undertaken by both local and international organizations.
The goal of this project is not only to spread awareness but also to inspire action. By highlighting the uniqueness and significance of these species, the project hopes to encourage individuals and communities to support wildlife protection programs, practice environmental awareness, and take part in safeguarding the biodiversity of the Philippines. Through this website, we aim to contribute, even in a small way, to the preservation of the irreplaceable treasures of our natural heritage.
Animal Profiles
Discover the stories of the Philippine Tarsier, the Philippine Eagle, and the Tamaraw — each representing the beauty and fragility of our natural world.
tarsier
Carlito syrichta
Known for its large eyes and small size, one of the world’s smallest primates.
philippine eagle
Pithecophaga jefferyi
The country’s national bird and one of the largest eagles in the world, now critically endangered.
tamaraw
Bubalus mindorensis
A rare dwarf buffalo found only in Mindoro.
Threats to Endangered Species
Tarsiers are endangered primarily due to habitat loss from deforestation, logging, and land clearing for agriculture, compounded by the illegal pet trade, human disturbance, and their extreme sensitivity to captivity which leads to high mortality rates.
Philippine Eagles are endangered primarily due to massive habitat loss from deforestation for agriculture and logging, and widespread human persecution through hunting and trapping.
Tamaraw are endangered due to historical illegal hunting and habitat loss from deforestation and agricultural expansion, which has reduced their range to isolated pockets on Mindoro Island, Philippines.
Conservation Efforts
Local and international organizations are working tirelessly to restore habitats, strengthen environmental laws, and raise awareness about endangered species.
References and Resources
- DENR Biodiversity Management Bureau
- WWF Philippines
- Haribon Foundation