DAY 1 | Featured Wildlife of CENRO Northern Ilocos Norte

🐦: Luzon Rufous Hornbill (Buceros hydrocorax)
🔍: Endangered (DAO 2019-09); Vulnerable (IUCN Red List in 202
📍: Commonly spotted in Kalbario Patapat Natural Park (KPNP) So. Maligligay, Adams, Ilocos Norte
📸: Credit to the rightful owner

The Luzon Rufous Hornbill is a striking bird native to the lush forests of Luzon, Philippines. Known for its vibrant rufous plumage and distinctive bill, this species plays a vital role in seed dispersal, contributing to the health of its ecosystem. Unfortunately, the Kalaw is already endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, and deforestation.

To help protect this magnificent bird, we must raise awareness about its plight, support conservation organizations dedicated to wildlife preservation, and get involved in local efforts aimed at habitat restoration. Together, we can safeguard the future of the Luzon Rufous Hornbill and ensure that it continues to thrive in its natural habitat.

Know more:
https://animalia.bio/rufous-hornbill
https://ebird.org/species/rufhor1

Let’s take steps to create a future where people and wildlife can live together in harmony!
𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. 💰🐾🍃

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