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Jade vine ( Strongylodon macrobotrys ) or emerald creeper is a species native to the Philippine forests. This woody vine is locally called tayabak and is recognized for its remarkable jade flowers that look like claws. This plant is now endangered and must be protected from deforestation. Photo by...

The Philippines has long been known as a center of biodiversity. 11 new plant discoveries in the country were published in international scientific journals in 2020, adding to the extensive list of flora endemic to its shores. The plants were discovered and/or published by members of the Philippine...

This North Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher is a sight for sore eyes Just a week ago, a rare bird captured the hearts of Pinoys online. A pale-colored Eurasian Tree Sparrow, or more commonly known as a maya , was photographed in a park in Las Piñas .  If you found that adorable, then this photo of an...

Pandemic or not, we ought to keep the country's exotic creatures alive While the pandemic continues to halt much of they country's activities, there is one issue that remains within the hands of humankind to change—the future of endangered species. This month, we are reminded of that when we bid...