Last Thursday, authorities in the Philippine island province of Palawan confiscated a horrifying trove of more than 4,400 freshwater turtles, 3,800 of which were the critically endangered
Palawan forest turtle, Siebenrockiella leytensis.
More than 4,400 freshwater turtles, including 3,800 endangered
Palawan forest turtles, were confiscating from a poacher in the Philippines last week.
Not exact matches
The
forest outside of the subterranean river park is home to different species endemic to
Palawan.
I want to share with you the cheapest way to tour «The City in the
Forest» - Puerto Princesa City,
Palawan.
The bearcat is a species of its own, with population in the
forests of
Palawan, Borneo, Burma and Vietnam.
The
Palawan Bearcat inhabits thick vegetation in the lowland
forests of
Palawan.
Known as the Philippines» last biodiversity frontier,
Palawan, which hosts the underground river, is blessed with the breathtaking beauty with its white - sand beaches, lush
forest, wildlife parks and natural wonders.
Commonly known as «A City in the
Forest»,
Palawan is home to natural reserves on both land and sea.
And, yes, there are many adventures to be enjoyed throughout one's stay in
Palawan — bird watchers will enjoy the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, which has been designated an Important Bird Area and Endemic Bird Area by Birdlife International; eco-aficionadoes should find a tour down the Sabang River on paddle boats to observe the mangrove
forest totally rewarding; and adventurous spirits will thrill to a jungle trek through the different
forest formations where the wilderness and the wildlife provide a sensory spectacle.
Popular for its limestone cliffs, 50 beaches, three major marine habitats, five types of
forest, and an abundant fauna and flora including over 20 endemic species, this is the ultimate must - see attraction in
Palawan.