This snake is also known locally as the Lake Buhi Bockadam. Combine that with the continued destruction of its natural habitat and you have the perfect cocktail for killing coral populations. Ann1Az2 from Orange, Texas on November 10, 2014: I think it is so sad that all of these animals are endangered mostly because of man's greed. It also has 22 to 24 rows of mid-body scales. It mainly eats mangos and coffee! It has a pair of separate, tubular nostrils They are about six mm in length and usually project outwards above the mouth. Reports claim this species can grow up to six feet in length. Let's hope that we will realize how much damaging we are making and how this will affect us till is not to late. Distinguishing FeaturesThe majority of the hornbill's body is covered by dark black feathers. The heavy reduction in its population is due to the massive deforestation and the destruction of the Negros shrew's natural habitat. Habitat loss occurs when former nesting grounds are turned into reclaimed, residential, or commercial areas. This species of bat is also known as the Mottle-winged flying fox. Unfortunately, it is also the 18th most endangered biodiversity hotspot.Human activities such as mining, logging, increasing urbanization and development and agricultural practices, is responsible for large-scale habitat destruction, the exploitation of natural resources and wildlife, pollution and climate change. They are known to be on a steady decline caused by illegal hunting. These doves are often found flying solo but at times can be found in pairs. This particular species is classified by the IUCN as endangered in spite of its wide range distribution, the rationale being the heavy deforestation in the aforementioned islands, two of which are completely deforested. The Loggerhead turtle is included in the IUCN red list as a species that is vulnerable to extinction. The Streak-breasted bulbul is a species of song bird that is endemic to the Philippines. This bat also has a singular dark stripe going along the middle section of the its back. Mighty and dangerous may the Philippine Crocodile be, its hide is a prized catch, an expensive material for fashion accessories (e.g., bags, shoes). To determine the population of these turtles, researches use the number of nests per annum. This bird prefers to reside and breed in damp forests that have dense foliage, so it has been particularly affected by deforestation in the Philippines. It is believed to live only on one island in the Philippines, and its numbers are declining. Some believe that there are tube nosed fruit bats located in Panay Island as well. Il en sera de même pour toutes les villes et quartiers des Philippines. Both range and population are observed to be on a decline. Its topside and underside are essentially the same. The fur on the upper part of its body is reddish-brown in color while its under parts are orange-grey. They are larger than Sei whales, but smaller than blue whales. The IUCN includes blue whales in the red list of endangered species due to an alarmingly reduced population. Distinguishing FeaturesThe wingspan of this butterfly ranges from 11 to 12 cm. The body of this mammal is covered albeit sparsely with bristly hairs. This species of night heron is endemic to Japan. Philippine Forest Turtle (Siebenrockiella leytensis). It also has yellow feathers in the undertail coverts. The underside of these wings have whitish scales with spotted red edges. The thorax and head are also black with a gray underside. The heaviest recorded Hawksbill caught in the wild weighed around 280 lbs. This species of butterfly is illegal to trade. The males tend to have brighter colored feathers than the females. Distinguishing FeaturesThis species is also known by a variety of names among the locals. The hind necks as well as the nape may also have a glossed brown color. Their anatomy shows that a tarsier eyeball is as big as the animal's brain. Many different human actions, whether intentional or unintentional, have effects on the lives of these marine turtles. Distinguishing FeaturesThis forest frog have been observed laying eggs and living in screw pines. Of the 179 snake species that have made the Philippines their official home, only 14 are poisonous and pose harm to man. After 27 years, around four to six tamaraws were seen again during a Tamaraw expedition in mid-June led by the Tamaraw Conservation Program of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources together with partners MCWS Protected Area, DENR Occidental Mindoro, Mindoro Biodiversity Conservation Foundation Inc and D’Aboville Foundation. They can weigh as much as 191 tons and stretch up to 98 feet long. Its primary habitat is the forests found in the tropical and subtropical lowlands of these islands. Dela Rosa said demand from China added to pressure from the local market. Logging activities, mining, and agriculture are the main reasons for the reduction of nearby forest lands where the Dinagat hairy-tailed was known to thrive. But size does not determine which species will dominate the animal kingdom. This is a frog species that is endemic to the island of Mindoro. Male Sulu hornbills have cream colored irises while females have dark brown. Just like other bats, this one also dwells above ground. It can be spotted in only five locations on the island. However, experts estimate the population of mature Black shama to be somewhere between 670 to 3,300. This is a migratory species of sea turtles. Because of this, the dove has been reclassified as "endangered" from its previous classification of "critically endangered.". More than twenty years later, the record is a fitting soundtrack to what is happening with the world and its hundreds of thousands of endangered species facing the threat of extinction. It also has a gradation of pale-white to yellowish coloration line to be found near its ears. To add to its vivid array of colors is a mantle of iridescent green that covers its crown, lesser wing coverts, nape, breast sides, and upper mantle. Its biggest threats today include the destruction of its natural forest habitat. The Mindoro crocodile is also listed as critically endangered by the IUCN. Its head does not have the familiar crest of fur that is present in other members of its family. Distinguishing FeaturesThe Tamaraw shares a lot of physical traits with other types of bovine. Distinguishing FeaturesThis flowerpecker species is rather short and stocky at 11 to 12 cm in length. The Visayan Wrinkled Hornbill, also known as the Rufous-headed Hornbill, was originally found in the islands of Negros, Panay and Guimaras. Its upper parts are dark-brownish in color while is undersides are reddish and pale. Its distribution is severely fragmented and its population is declining. They also have dark grey feathers on their backs. Just like other species in its family, Walden's hornbill also has that distinct bony casque atop its bill. However, unlike the other species included in its family, this one tends to be smaller and a lot stockier. Distinguishing FeaturesVery little is known of the Limbless worm skink. Conservation International, a nonprofit environmentalist group founded in 1987, recognizes the Philippines as one of only 17 mega-diverse countries in the world. Distinguishing FeaturesDasycrotapha speciose is a small to medium-sized bird that grows up to 16 cm in length. One of the culprits is unreported, unregulated, and even outright illegal fishing. Many of these islands are believed to have a very high level of plant and animal endemism. It primarily inhabits montane forests in regions that are tropical and subtropical. An adult spotted deer can grow up to 51 inches in length and about 31 inches in height, measuring from the base of the foot to the shoulder. It has an average shoulder height of 39 to 41 inches (in) and can grow up to 7.2 feet in length. Male Humphead wrasse can grow up to 2 meters long and weigh up to 180 kg. As a result, only four percent of forest cover remains in Negros. This is one of five known limbless reptile species in the world. The bird's bill is black as well as the skin around its eye. This small primate is another endangered species endemic in the Philippine islands. Another distinct feature is the bare skin around its red eyes. Eco Warrior Princess. Its population continues to decrease to this day because of ongoing deforestation and excessive hunting for its meat and the exotic pet blackmarket. Blue whales are the biggest animals on planet Earth. Its most distinguishing feature is its Hawk's bill (hence its name): a narrow, pointed beak. Its greatest threat today is habitat loss. The Philippines is considered as one of the seventeen megadiverse countries as well as global biodiversity hotspot. A full-grown adult can grow to as big as four feet (ft) tall and can weigh as much as nine kilograms (kg). However, they used to be found in other neighboring islands in the country such as Samar, Masbate, Leyte, Guimaras, and Cebu. Just a minor comment though, the Sei Whale photo is actually a photo of a Whale Shark. This is because its habitat is considered very limited. When their tentacles have extended, the colonies eventually turn into a field that is beautifully golden brown in color. The feathers on its head are peculiarly rusty red in color. The largest recorded carapace is about 51 inches in length. The Luzon peacock swallowtail is a species of butterfly that is endemic to the Philippines. It’s been a while since we talked about animals in the Philippines on this site. Copyright © 2010-2018. Distinguishing FeaturesDistinct features include knoblike branches that appear to be irregularly dividing, which is a distinct feature of its colonies. Fossils of these animals were also found in North America and Europe. The mature population of Sei whales has seen a huge decline, up to 80 percent, since the days of commercial whaling, which why it is included on the IUCN's red list as an endangered species. Most of its population live on the island of Negros. A black patch of feathers marks its ear coverts. Juveniles of this species are known to have yellow heads and dark spots on their carapace. Note that some specimens may have about one or two septas. Dudez Perez loves to stimulate minds. Nevertheless, they are the biggest deer specimens you can find in the country's Visayan Islands. A tarsier's eyeball can have a diameter of 16 mm. The IUCN includes this frog species on its red list under the "near threatened" category. Crushing bites, venomous stings, ripping claws. However, the bird's undertail coverts are red with white tips. Its carapace has an olive color and a smooth texture. If you make a purchase using a link we may receive a commission. Golden-Capped Fruit Bat (Acerodon jubatus). See more ideas about animals, philippines, pet birds. Another distinguishing feature is the presence of a ring of feathers around its eye, which are bright yellow in color. Most were found in the streets taking some bribes like Policeman and Traffic Enforcers. The Philippines, a Southeast Asian country with more than 700 islands, is in dire straits. The Philippines' population has grown to more than 100 million people, from about 20 million in the 1950s. The Cebu Flowerpecker is so rare that it has only been found in two areas in Cebu. Thanks for this article! It’s one of the non-profit groups that helped bring RA 8485 into law in 1998. Its mouth as well as its eyes are the only parts of its body that remain slightly visible above the sand when it burrows. This type of bird was believed to be extinct due to habitat clearance but there were reported sightings in 1992. It is about 16.5 cm in length, which makes it very small. More surveys need to be conducted to ascertain the population size, but experts presume the degradation of the forest has caused the population to decline. Other than the reddish-orange bill, it also has a distinct ridged mandible. please update to avoid misinformation :), The photo used for the Sei Whale is a whale shark. The range of this species is severely fragmented and is currently threatened by habitat destruction. Sightings also occur in less than five areas or locations. The Tawitawi brown dove is currently threatened by habitat loss although surveys have shown the damage has been reduced significantly in past years. You will also find that its spines usually project underneath. Distinguishing FeaturesThe Dinagat cloud rat has a tail that is longer than the length of its body. Another orange patch of feathers can be found extending from its throat going down to its under parts. Aurochs. Apo and Mt. CARA was formed in the year 2000 by a dedicated group of animal lovers determined to help the plight of animals in the Philippines. Barb. But the effects of that are starting to appear. At least eight mammalian species have been extinct since the Pleistocene Epoch.A fossil species of the Sirenia has been found on Palawan and went extinct during the Miocene. One of the threats to this species include excessive exploitation for commercial use, but the biggest threat it faces to date is the massive clearing of rainforests that serve as the crocodile's natural habitat. Its total length is 22 cm. This rat species is classified as an endangered species on the IUCN endangered species list. Due to a number of threats, the populations of this fish are in a decline. Distinguishing FeaturesThis species is actually one of five under the Batomys genus. Her writing nook is a make shift aquarium stand with a wooden board on top that is stacked with literature, a bottle of absinthe and photos of her kids. Watch trailers & learn more. The biggest threat to blue whales in the past was commercial whaling and exploitation, which is the major reason for their near extinction back in the 1960s. With its highly hostile territorial behavior, the Philippine forest turtle does not thrive naturally when in captivity. The IUCN includes this bird species on its red list and classifies it as an endangered species. It is currently listed on the IUCN red list is categorized as an endangered species. It has long whiskers. The Philippine Eagle Center, which can be found in Davao on the island of Mindanao, oversees the captive breeding of these eagles. On top of that, the degradation and loss of its natural habitat have a huge impact on the population. They measure around 118 to 149 millimeters (mm) and they weigh somewhere from 113 to 142 grams. They usually live in deep offshore waters, oceans, and other adjoining bodies of water. At the center of their wings is a light green area. Asian Palm Civet. The Kalaw is endemic to the Philippine islands of Panay and Negros, although it can also be found in other regions of the country such as Zamboanga del Norte in Mindanao. In fact, sightings today are few and far between. Specimens have been found in Lake Manapao and Lake Buhi. They are widely distributed across the archipelago, but they became extinct due to several factors. The Hawksbill sea turtle shares a lot of features with other types of marine turtle species. The Flame-templed babbler is another bird species that is endemic to the islands of Negros and Panay. Alveopora excelsa populations are in decline. This species of turtle can be found in other parts of the world as well. Fast fact: Found in the Philippines’ Verde Island Passage, the pancake-shaped nudibranch shown above is only one of the 800 species inhabiting the country.