Monday, February 27, 2012

Wildlife to Witness: Philippine Grass Owl

The Eastern Grass Owl (Tyto longimembris), or Australian Grass Owl is a species of owl in the Tytonidae family. It is found in Australia, Bangladesh, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

Though some authorities consider this owl to be conspecific with the African Grass Owl, T. capensis, other consider it to be a valid species.

They feed predominantly on small rodents.

Monday, February 20, 2012

More Fun in the Philippines: Cast Away

A scene reminiscent to the movie Cast Away (2000) starring Tom Hanks. Sailing away is one of the tourists trying out his improvised catamaran-type boat along Dahican beach with much success.

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Sights and Destinations: Protected Pawikan Nesting Ground

Olive Ridley Sea Turtles were laid in this area of Dahican Beach months ago. It's enclosed with nets to protect it from intruders who might take a liking to the eggs of this endangered marine reptile. Hopefully, this batch will hatch next month.

More Fun in the Philippines: Consultations