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What is Biodiversity Conservation?

Biodiversity conservation is the protection and management of biodiversity to obtain
resources for sustainable development.
Why should you conserve Biodiversity?
It is believed that an area with higher species abundance has a more stable
environment compared to an area with lower species abundance. We can further
claim the necessity of biodiversity by considering our degree of dependency on the
environment. We depend directly on various species of plant for our various needs.
Similarly, we depend on various species of animals and microbes for different
reasons.
Biodiversity is being lost due to the loss of habitat, over-exploitation of resources,
climatic changes, pollution, invasive exotic species, diseases, hunting, etc. Since it
provides us with several economic and ethical benefits and adds aesthetic value, it
is very important to conserve biodiversity.
Why is it important to conserve biodiversity?
Biodiversity conservation is important because biodiversity provides certain
services and resources that are essential for life on earth. Biodiversity also provides
social benefits.
DENR MBB (Biodiversity Management Bureau)
PROTECTED AREA DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT
This Program covers the main in-situ measures to conserve biodiversity within and
adjacent to protected areas pursuant to Republic Act 7586 or the National Integrate
Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1992 as amended by Republic Act 11038 or
the Expanded NIPAS (ENIPAS) Act of 2018. The passage also led to the legislation of
additional 94 Protected Areas, making a total of 244 Protected Areas composed of
about 7.8M hectares (107 legislated; 13 proclaimed; 124 remaining initial
components). It will ensure that the current NIPAS and ENIPAS coverage is
rationalized by maintaining and prioritizing those with high biodiversity values while
providing appropriate governance regime for the protection of Key Biodiversity
Areas (KBAs) such as through Local Conservation Areas (LCAs) with the LGU
concerned and through Indigenous Community Conserved Areas (ICCAs).
MANAGEMENT OF COASTAL AND MARINE RESOURCES/AREAS
 This program focuses on the sustainable management of coral reefs, sea grass
beds, mangrove stands, soft bottom areas (mudflats), plankton community, and
water quality of coastal areas. These coastal ecosystems are important in the
completion of life cycles of a wide variety of commercially and ecologically
important marine life which support livelihood for nearly 60% of Filipinos. Under this
Program is the Coastal and Marine Ecosystems Management Program (CMEMP)
pursuant to DENR Administrative Order 2016-26 which aims to achieve the effective
management of the country’s coastal and marine ecosystems thereby increasing
their ability to provide ecological goods and services to improve the quality of life of
the coastal population particularly ensuring food security, climate change resiliency
and disaster risk reduction. It also contributes to the achievement of the PDP and
PBSAP targets including international commitments such as the Aichi Targets and
the UN Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 14 – Life below Water).
PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE
This program deals with the conservation and protection of wildlife, and/or
maintenance, restoration, and enhancement of their habitats pursuant to Republic
Act 9147 or the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001. Priority
activities under this program are the following: (i) Sustainable wildlife resource use;
(ii) management of invasive alien species (IAS); and (iii) Enforcement of wildlife
laws, rules and regulations which include the operations/mobilization of Wildlife
Traffic Monitoring Units (WTMUs); deputation and mobilization of Wildlife
Enforcement Officers (WEOs); operations and maintenance of Wildlife Rescue
Centers (WRCs); establishment and management of Critical Habitats; and
conservation of threatened wildlife species such as, but not limited to, the marine
turtle, dugong (Dugong dugon), tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis), Philippine eagle
(Pithecophaga jefferyi), freshwater and saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus
mindorensis; Crocodylus porosus), tarsier (Carlito syrichta), Philippine cockatoo
(Cacatua haematuropygia), and Visayan spotted deer (Rusa alfredi).
Biodiversity Conservation Priority Areas in the Philippines
From the identified biogeographic regions, the PBCPP convenors further noted and
mapped out 206 integrated priority areas for biodiversity conservation initiatives,
170 of which are terrestrial and 36 are marine. These biologically important areas
were so named according to analyses of data from five taxon-based thematic
groups (plants, arthropods, amphibians and reptiles, birds, and mammals), two
ecosystem-based groups (inland and marine waters), and one socio-economic
group.
The areas identified by the taxon-based and ecosystem-based groups, in light of the
input provided by the socio-economic group, were also classified according to level
of priority. For the 170 terrestrial priority areas, there are 92 Extremely High, 60 Very
High, 3 High, and 15 Insuffecient Data (at the time of the PBCPP) areas, while for the
36 marine priority areas, there are 14 Extremely High, 12 Very High, and 10 High
priority areas.

WILDLIFE PROTECTION ACT

Legal Bases
Republic Act 7586 - National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) expresses
the legal framework for the establishment and management of protected areas in the
Philippines. The Law defines protected areas as the identified portions of land and/or
water set aside by reason of their unique physical and biological significance,
managed to enhance biological diversity and protected against destructive human
exploration. The establishment and management of protected areas are part of the
international commitments signed by the Philippine Government such Convention on
Biological Diversity, Ramsar Convention, World Heritage Convention, Convention on
Migratory Species, and the ASEAN Agreement on, the Conservation of Nature and
Natural Resources.
Republic Act 9147 Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act ensuring
ecological sustainability. The primary aim of R.A. 9147 is to protect our
The country's fauna from illicit trade, abuse and destruction, through:
1. Conserving and protecting wildlife species and their habitats,
2. Regulating the collection and trade of wildlife,
3. Pursuing, with due regard to the national interest, the Philippine commitment to
international conventions, protection of wildlife and their habitats, and,
4. Initiating or supporting scientific studies on the conservation of biological
diversity.
Things an Individual Can Do to Support these Acts:
1. If you observe an act of poaching, or see a poached animal, inform the local
Environment Management Bureau of the Local Government Unit. (LGU) at the highest
possible level. One can also report the event through the press. Follow up to check
that action is taken by the concerned authority. If no action is taken, one must take it
up to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
2. Say "No" to the use of wildlife products and also try to convince other people not to
buy them.
3. Reduce the use of wood and wood products wherever possible.
4. Avoid misuse of paper because it is made from bamboo and wood, which destroys
wildlife habitat.
Paper and envelopes can always be reused.
5. Create a pressure group and ask Government to ensure that the biodiversity of our
country is conserved.
6. Do not harm animals. Stop others from inflicting cruelty to animals.
7 Do not disturb birds' nests and fledglings.
8. When you visit the Zoo, do not tease the animals by throwing stones or feeding
them, and prevent others from doing so.
9. If you come across an injured animal do what you can to help it.
10. If the animal needs medical care and expert attention, bring it to the veterinary
clinic.
11. Create awareness about biodiversity conservation in your own way to family and
friends.
12. Join organizations, which are concerned with protection of biodiversity like
Worldwide Fund for Nature Philippines. (WWF- P), or a local conservation Non-
Government Organization.

FOREST CONSERVATION ACT

Legal bases
Presidential Decree 389 (Presidential Decree 705) The Forestry Reform Code
codifies updates and raises forestry laws in the country. It emphasizes the
sustainable utilization of forest resources.
Presidential Decree 330 and Presidential Decree 953 laws on penalizing illegal
cutting of trees
Presidential Decree 953 and Presidential Decree 1153 – laws on tree planting
Presidential Decree 331-laws requiring all public forests be developed on a
sustained yield basis.
These Decrees were enacted to protect the forests of our country, and therefore
warrants great attention for the conservation of terrestrial biodiversity consequently,
the entire ecosystem
Things an Individual Can Do to Support these Acts:
1. Acquaint yourself with the laws, detailed rules and orders issued by the Government
2. Be in touch with concerned local NGOs and associations. Organize one with other
like-minded people if none exist in your area.
3 Create awareness about the existence and value of National Parks and Sanctuaries,
and build up a public opinion against illegal activities in the forest or disturbance to
wildlife.
4. Pressure the authorities to implement the forest and wildlife laws and rules to
protect green areas.
5. Take legal action if necessary. Use the help of NGOs who can undertake legal action.
6. Help to create public pressure to update and improve the rules, laws, and
procedures when necessary.
7. Use better, ecologically sensitive public transport and bicycle tracks. Do not litter.
8. Participate in preservation of greenery by planting, watering and caring for plants.
The Importance of Biodiversity
Biodiversity is the amount of variety of life on Earth. It is the number of different
species of plants, animals, and microorganisms. It includes organisms from Earth’s
vastly different ecosystems, including deserts, rainforests, coral reefs, grasslands,
tundra, and polar ice caps.
Our biodiversity is very important to the well-being of our planet. Most cultures, at
least at some time, have recognized the importance of conserving natural
resources. Many still do, but many do not.
Biodiversity is important to humans for many reasons. Biodiversity is also
considered by many to have intrinsic value—that is, each species has a value and a
right to exist, whether or not it is known to have value to humans.
Economic—biodiversity provides humans with raw materials for consumption and
production. Many livelihoods, such as those of farmers, fishers and timber workers,
are dependent on biodiversity.
Ecological life support—biodiversity provides functioning ecosystems that supply
oxygen, clean air and water, pollination of plants, pest control, wastewater treatment
and many ecosystem services.
Recreation—many recreational pursuits rely on our unique biodiversity, such as
birdwatching, hiking, camping and fishing. Our tourism industry also depends on
biodiversity.
Scientific—biodiversity represents a wealth of systematic ecological data that help
us to understand the natural world and its origins.
Any loss or deterioration in the condition of biodiversity can compromise all the values
outlined above and affect human wellbeing. The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment in
2005 was the first global effort to examine links between human wellbeing and
biodiversity. The assessment found benefits to societies from biodiversity in material
welfare, security of communities, resilience of local economies, relations among
groups in communities, and human health. It also emphasized the term ‘ecosystem
services’ under 4 broad categories (Morton & Hill 2014).

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