WILDLIFE LAB ACT 1

SOUTHERN LUZON STATE UNIVERSITY Lucban, Quezon, Philippines.

SOUTHERN LUZON STATE UNIVERSITY Lucban, Quezon, Philippines.

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BRIEF INTRODUCTION • study conducted on the conservation and population status of the Philippine Warty Pig (Sus philippensis) within the Obu Manuvu Ancestral Domain in Davao City, Mindanao Island, Philippines SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE includes information on the methodology used, such as camera trapping and key informant interviews, as well as the findings and recommendations for species protection and forest management.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION 01 SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE Philippine warty pig Sus philippensis • species of wild pig native to the Philippines • grey skin adorned with black or dark brown hair, tufts of long hair on its head and neck, and prominent facial tusks and warts (Groves 1997; DE-NR-BMB 2020). • subject of interest in scientific research and conservation efforts.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION 01 SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE Philippine warty pig Sus philippensis Conservation status: "Vulnerable" by both the Philippine Red List Committee and the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE SIGNIFICANCE OF PHILIPPINE WARTY PIG Cultural significance and conservation value Ecological Role and Biodiversity Indicator of Forest Health.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION 01 SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE Why Obu Manuvu Ancestral Domain in Davao City, Mindanao Island, Philippines?.

SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE Obu ManuvuAncestral Domain in Davao City, Mindanao Island Presence of S. philippensis Conservation efforts Camera trapping and key informant interviews.

OBJECTIVES Determine the. OBJECTIVES. Determine the.

OBJECTIVES. OBJECTIVES. OBJECTIVES. Identify the need for.

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Determine the • 18 individuals of S. philippensis were detected after 500 camera trap-days • relative abundance index (RAI) for S. philippensis in the study areas was calculated to be 2.0, indicating a low population density Table 1 The relative abundance index (RAI) of the Philippine warty pig (Sus philippensis) in the Obu Manuvu Ancestral Domain.

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Determine the. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION.

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION • Key informant interviews were conducted with twelve Obu Manuvu forest guards, elders, and leaders • They provided insights into their perceptions of the population and conservation status of S. philippensis..

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION local conservation efforts by the Obu Manuvu indigenous community efforts included a total hunting ban within the ancestral domain and the.

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION enhancing the forest monitoring scheme by providing more support to local forest guards and conducting regular monitoring of large mammals • prevention measures against emerging.

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION hunting and habitat loss are the major anthropogenic threats to S. philippensis within the Obu Manuvu Ancestral Domain. Despite local conservation efforts these threats were observed and need to be.

CONCLUSION • Philippine warty pig (Sus philippensis) has a low relative abundance within the Obu Manuvu Ancestral Domain in City, Mindanao Island, Davao Philippines SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE • The study also identified hunting and habitat loss as the major anthropogenic threats to the species within the ancestral domain. The findings highlight the need for improved policies and strategies for species protectionand forest management..

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STUDY QUESTIONS.

Givethree specific examples for each class of value on the importance of wildlife.

A. Tourism Revenue. Economic value 1.. unique marine life and endemic species like the tarsier and.

2, Biomedical A. Medicinal Plants The Philippines is home to various • species with medicinal plant properties, like lagundi (Vitex negundo) and sambong (Blumea balsamifera) • Discovery of new pharmaceutical compounds. B. Venom Research The venom of some Philippine wildlife, such as cone snails and stonefish, contains compounds that have potential medical applications. Researchers study these venoms to develop painkillers and other medications. C. Biodiversity for Research The wide variety of flora and fauna in the Philippines provides opportunities for scientific research..

3. Ecological Value. Philippine crocodiles are known to dig burrows in riverbanks and create small ponds, which can have positive effects on the local environment..

4, Aesthetic Value A. Cultural Symbols and Artifacts • Philippine eagle, is used as a symbol in traditional textiles, and pottery, indigenous crafts. These symbols convey a sense of identity, pride, and connection to the natural world. B. Festivals and Celebrations Numerous festivals and celebrations across the Philippines feature wildlife themes. (Ex. Kadayawan) C. Traditional Folklore and Mythology • Some indigenous groups have stories about the eagle, attributing it with special significance and often portraying it as a symbol of strength and protection..

5.Ethnic/Cultural Value. Many indigenous communities in the Philippines have traditional ecological knowledge about their local wildlife and ecosystems..

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Give 5 species of wildlife endemic to each of the five major faunal regions in the Philippines.

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