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  • It takes a school, and a community, to save this rare Philippine hornbill

    In order to protect the endangered rufous-headed hornbill, endemic to the islands of Antique and Negros in the Philippines, an organization has teamed up with local schools to extend its conservation efforts. Each school has used varying methods like morning announcements, mural-painting, and even putting on theater plays to raise awareness, all with the hope that students develop an appreciation for the species that aids in its survival.

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  • A Philippine community that once ate giant clams now works to protect them

    Ecotourism provides an economic alternative to fishing for coastal communities. On the Island Garden City of Samal, in the Philippines, residents have embraced a giant clam nursery and sanctuary, which attracts mariculture tourists. The giant clam sanctuary is a project of the Decor United Fisherfolk Organization (AdUFOr) and Davao del Norte State College. It offers livelihood for residents of the community, especially to seniors who give tours, and also assists in the conservation of giant clam populations.

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