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Coastal Marine Habitats

Explore coral reefs, mangrove forests, and seagrass meadows— what they are, the challenges they face, and how we can protect and restore them.

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Philippine Seas: A documentary by Atom Araullo

A documentary showing the current state of our Philippine seas, with its rich biodiversity and the complex challenges faced by its ecosystems, marine life, and the people whose life depend on it.

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Philippine Reeflections

A handy guide to understanding the value and current state of our coral reefs and what we can do to help protect and restore them.

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Why The World Needs Coral Reefs

An animation explainer for parents and children sharing facts and lessons on the value of coral reefs. Language: English and BIsaya, with English subtitles.

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Coral Reef in a Box

A resource page for teachers and parents to teach about coral reefs and their importance through a simple art-based activity.

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Chasing Coral

A documentary that takes you an a virtual dive around the world to wintness the wonder of, and at the same time, the tragedy happening to coral reefs.

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Our Planet: Coastal Seas

An episode from a documentary series which explores nature and examines how climate change impacts life in coastal waters, which make up to 90% of marine creatures on the planet.

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Our Planet: High Seas

An episode from a documetary series which allows you to venture into the vast and deep expanses of the open oceans, and meet the wonderful and weird creatures that call it home.

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Share the Facts About Mangroves

A resource page that allows you to learn and share facts about mangroves.

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Mangroves in Numbers

An infographic breaking down basic and important information on mangroves into numbers.

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Wonders of Mangroves

An infographic about the wonderful features and contributions of mangroves.

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Usapang Bakawan

An infographic on the current threats on mangroves and the efforts being done to conserve and protect them.

Teaching Guide (PDF)

Mangrove Ecosystems: Teacher's Manual for Grades 7 to 12 Science Students

A guidebook made for and by teachers to teach students in Grades 7 to 12 competencies that will allow them to understand, appreciate, and develop a sense of responsible stewardship of mangrove forests.

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Species Conservation

Get to know several marine animal species found in the Philippines and learn how we can protect them.

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Watch Wildlife Responsibly

A website page that offers different kinds of resources aimed at sharing knowledge on how we can protect wildlife while interacting with them responsibly.

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What is a marine protected area?

A short video explaining what marine protected areas are and why they are important for nature and people.

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Philippine Marine Protected Areas Database

An interactive map displaying Marine Protected Areas in the Philippines and vital information for coastal resource management.

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Meet the Philippine woman protecting a marine sanctuary in Siquijor from illegal fisherman

A short video on how women in Siquijor are getting involved in creative ways in order to help protect and conserve the marine resources in their community.

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Tubbataha and Cagayancillo: Protecting the sea for people

A video explaining how the effective management of the biggest no-take Marine Protected Area (MPA) in the Philippines through community engagement can serve as an inspiration to other MPAs and countries.

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What are Sharks and Rays?

An infographic describing the difference between the sharks and rays, their unique characteristics, and why they're valuable to our ecosystem.

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Fintastic Not Fearsome

An infographic that aims to change the perception that sharks are fearsome creatures by laying down facts on some common misconceptions about these marine animals.

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Shark Terms to Avoid

A list of shark-related terms and expressions we should avoid using in order to help create a more positive outlook and impact on these animals.

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Oceanic Sharks and Rays in Decline

An infographic showing the causes of shark and ray populations, and the need for science-based solutions to combat this problem.

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Philippine Protected Sharks

A poster with facts and beautiful illustrations of shark species that are protected under Philippine law and the international treaty, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora).

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Philippine Protected Rays

A poster with facts and beautiful illustrations of ray species that are protected under Philippine law and the international treaty, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora).

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Species Spotlight: Thresher Shark

An infographic with "fin facts" and the conservation status of thresher sharks.

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Species Spotlight: Whale Shark

An infographic with "fin facts" and the conservation status of whale sharks.

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Whale Shark: Characteristics and Conservation Status

An infographic filled with scientific and geographic information on whale sharks in the Philippines and around the globe.

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Marine Wildlife Interaction Guidelines Posters: Whale Shark

Illustrated guidelines for tours dedicated to boat and in-water whale shark interactions.

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What is a Sea Turtle?

An infographic full of scientific facts about sea turtles and the species found in the Philippines.

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Facts About Pawikan

A short Filipino infographic on the life cycle of sea turtles.

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Sea Turtles of the Philippines

An infographic highlighting the human-casued threats to sea turtles and practical things we can do to help them.

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I-Witness: 'Pawikan Patrollers'

A documentary following the story of nesting sea turtles in San Juan, La Union, and their protectors, who were once their poachers.

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The Four Nesting Pawikans in the Philippines

An infographic showing the 4 out 5 species of nesting sea turtles found in the Philippines.

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Green Sea Turtle: Characteristics and Conservation Status

An infographic filled with scientific and geographic information on green sea turtles which are found in the Philippines.

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Species Spotlight: Green Turtle

An infographic with basic facts about the green sea turtle, and tips and resources on what we can do to protect them.

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Features of Green Turtle Hatchlings

An image showing the unique characteristics of green sea turtle hatchlings to facilitate species identification.

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Pawikans Need You To Be A Responsible Neighbor

A simple illustrated guide for residents who live near turtle nesting sites on what they can do to help ensure the safety of these animals and their eggs.

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Pawikans Need You To Be A Responsible Tourist

A simple illustrated guide for tourists on responsible behavior when they encounter turtles and their nests.

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Response to Marine Turtle Incidents

A comprehensive guide on how to respond to different marine turtle incidents such as turtles being caught or stranded, live hatchlings, nesting turtles, or dead animals.

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Myrtle's Battle Against Climate Change

A story book exploring the impacts of climate change on sea turtles, based on research and data from a real sattelite-tagged turtle.

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Learn More About Cetaceans

A website page with information and resources about marine mammal species in the Philippines.

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Marine Wildlife Interaction Guidelines Small and Large Cetaceans

Illustrated guidelines for tours dedicated to boat interactions with dolphins and whales.

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Marine Wildlife Interaction Guidelines Posters Dugong

Illustrated guidelines for tours dedicated to boat and in-water dugong interactions.

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Species Spotlight: Dugong

An infographics with facts about dugong in the Philippines and tips on how to help protect them.

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Dyhum the Dugong

A story book that is based on research and data from a real sattelite-tagged dugong, which hopes to educate children on the importance of protecting dugongs from the threats that endanger them.

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ISDA TALKS: Life Cycle of a Fish

An animation explainer that discusses facts about fish, and how humans and fish can live together harmoniously to ensure sustainability. Language: Tagalog, Cebuano, English

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Field Guide to Coastal Fishes of Palawan

An identification guide featuring photos and the scientific, Tagalog, English, and Visayan names of fish species found in Palawan.

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Siargao Flora & Fauna Puzzle

An offline mobile game app that teaches about local biodiversity and promotes a culture of science and research among youth.

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Interacting with Marine Wildlife Responsibly

A simple guide on the general do's and don'ts of interacting with wildlife to ensure safety of the animals, people and habits, and help promote and ensure sustainable tourism.

Species Conservation
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