Philippine Eagle Conservation--Conservation Projects
12 Jun 08
Goal:
Conservation of the Philippine Eagle and its habitat.
Many Filipinos feel that the Philippine Eagle is an important part of their natural heritage. The nation’s pride and hope for the future is tied to the survival of this icon—a symbol of power and strength—against the destructive forces of deforestation, poverty, and unsustainable population growth.
Since 1990, we have partnered with the Philippine Eagle Foundation on behalf of the Philippine Eagle, one of the world’s largest eagles.
In 2007 we provided the Foundation—our best hope for preserving the Philippine Eagle in the wild—with financial support for field research, a captive breeding program, and conservation education. Peregrine Fund Vice President Rick Watson joined the Foundation board and chaired the Scientific Advisory Committee, providing guidance on research initiatives, such as understanding the eagle’s spatial needs from satellite telemetry studies. Considerable research has been done but much more remains, especially regarding conservation strategies and the bird’s status in the wild.
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