The Philippine Eagle is a critically endangered bird of prey found in the forests of the Philippines. As of 2015, there are only 400 pairs left in the wild. The Philippine Eagle is the national bird of the Philippines and is considered a national treasure.
Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis)
The Tamaraw is a small wild water buffalo found only on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines. There are only about 300 Tamaraws left in the wild. The Tamaraw is considered to be critically endangered and is protected by law.
Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius Syrichta)
The Philippine Tarsier is a small primate found only in the Philippines. Tarsiers are known for their large eyes, which are adapted for low-light conditions. There are only about 10,000 Tarsiers left in the wild. The Philippine Tarsier is considered to be endangered and is protected by law.
Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys Imbricata)
The Hawksbill Turtle is a marine turtle found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the world. Hawksbills are known for their beautiful shells, which are used to make jewelry and other decorative items. There are only about 23,000 nesting females left in the world. The Hawksbill Turtle is considered to be critically endangered and is protected by law.
Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia Mydas)
The Green Sea Turtle is a marine turtle found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the world. Green Sea Turtles are known for their large size and green coloration. There are only about 80,000 nesting females left in the world. The Green Sea Turtle is considered to be endangered and is protected by law.
These are just a few of the endangered species found in the Philippines. There are many other threatened species, including the Palawan Peacock-Pheasant, the Visayan Warty Pig, and the Philippine Crocodile. The Philippines is a biodiversity hotspot, and it is important to protect these endangered species for future generations.