Discover the avian wonders of Subic Bay in “Birds of Subic Bay” by Vinz Pascua

EXPLORE the breathtaking bird life in one of the best birding sites in the Philippines through this new book by wild bird photographer Vinz Pascua. “Birds of Subic Bay” features one hundred and one species of birds found in the Subic Bay area, ranging from the sought-after Philippine endemics to the seasonal migrants and local… Read More Discover the avian wonders of Subic Bay in “Birds of Subic Bay” by Vinz Pascua

Subic Freeport chosen for 1st international bird, wildlife, landscape photo tilt

THE Wild Bird Photographers of the Philippines (WBPP) recently announced that it will organize the First International Bird, Wildlife and Landscape Photomarathon in Subic Bay Freeport Zone. WBPP co-founder and president Alain Pascua said this inaugural event titled “Subic Bay 1st International Photomarathon (Birds, Wildlife, Landscapes)” aims to showcase the beauty and biodiversity of the… Read More Subic Freeport chosen for 1st international bird, wildlife, landscape photo tilt

Land conversion threatens Candaba Swamp, Central Luzon’s ‘flood sponge’

By Jag Lyra Costamero | November 25, 2023 ONCE, there stood a tall, forested mountain inhabited by a giant named Cargen Cargon. The mountain was abundant in trees, but the locals abused it by cutting more than they needed. Furious, Cargon pulled up the mountain and transferred it to another location. What was left of… Read More Land conversion threatens Candaba Swamp, Central Luzon’s ‘flood sponge’