Philippine Species of Endemic Fauna •(Philippine_SoEFa)•

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Scorpion #1: Dwarf Wood Scorpion



Com.name: Dwarf Wood Scorpion, Tangaa sa Lubi, alakdan
Sci.name: Liocheles Australasiae
Classification: Invertebrates-Arachnids
Family: Scorpions
Location/Origin: Scattered from Northern parts of Australia up to southern parts of Japan that includes some South-East Asian countries such as the Philippines.
Description: This species is typically encountered inhabiting narrow crevices under the bark of certain trees, but their flattened bodies enable them to take residences in virtually any narrow crack or crevice whether natural or man-made such as brick piles.
Reference:
Liocheles australasiae – the Dwarf Wood Scorpion - The Venom List - For All Things Venomous!
Experience of the author

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Gecko #1: Tokay Gecko



Com.name: Tuko, gekko
Sci.name: Gekko gecko
Classification: Reptiles
Family: Gecko
Location/Origin: Southe-East Asia, New Guinea Japan ,introduced in Hawaii, Florida, Texas, Belize, and several Caribbean islands
Description: :
Tokay Gecko is a nocturnalarboreal gecko, ranging from northeast India andBangladesh, throughout Southeast Asia, toIndonesia and western New Guinea. Its native habitat is rainforest trees and cliffs, and it also frequently adapts to rural human habitations, roaming walls and ceilings at night in search of insect prey. Increasing urbanization is reducing its range. In the late 1980's and early 1990's it was introduced into Hawaii, Florida, Texas, Belize, and several Caribbean islands, where it can be considered an invasive species.
The Tokay is also considered the "pitbull" of the Gecko world due to the fact that when they bite, they often won't let go for up to several hours at a time or even several days, and generally cannot be forcibly removed without causing harm to the Gecko. One way of getting a Tokay to release its hold is to submerge the animal in water, which will encourage the lizard to let go, without causing it any harm or undue stress. A less stressful method is to simply put a drop of vinegar in the gecko's mouth. This is sometimes enough to get them to let go.
Reference:
Tokay gecko - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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tarsier hehe

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Raptor #2: Philippine Serpent Eagle



Com.name: Serpent Eagle, Crested Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle
Sci.name: Spilornis holospilus
Classification: Birds
Family: Raptors - Eagle
Location/Origin: It is found in the major islands of the Philippines. Charted populations are from Besao, Mountain Province.
Status: Least Concern
Description:
The Serpent Eagle, a Philippine endemic, has a wing span of about 42" and a total length of about 20". It's usually seen soaring over forest in the lowlands or in the mountains, calling out loudly.

Reference:
Romy Ocon's Philippine Wild Birds: Philippine Serpent-Eagle
Philippine Serpent-Eagle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


Scorpion #2 : Lesser Brown Scorpion



Com.name: Lesser Brown Scorpion, Tangaa , alakdan
Sci.name: Isometrus Maculatus
Classification: Invertebrates
Family: Arachnids - Scorpions
Location/Origin: Uncertain; some say it is introduced from the south-east asian countries to Hawaii islands. Some think of it likewise.
Description:
Despite its appearance, this is not a deadly enemy. It has a painful sting, but it does not have a neurotoxin like some of its mainland cousins, so the sting is more like that of a bee. Still, it is wise to keep clear of it! This
Normally shy creature is active at night and preys on insects, spiders, millipedes, and even small rodents.
Reference:
Isometrus maculatus Care - TheInverts
Lesser Brown Scorpion

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Gecko #1: Tokay Gecko

waa namani sa amo..2 namatay the other day duda nako gipatay sa dominant pinakadako natagak ra kalit den patay

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The Cebu flowerpecker (Dicaeum quadricolor) is a small passerine bird. It is endemic to Cebu Island in the Philippines.
The Cebu flowerpecker is critically endangered. It was feared to have become extinct early in the 20th century after the clearance of most of the island's forests, but was rediscovered in 1992 and has since been found at three other sites. The current population is estimated to be between 85 and 105 individuals

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tarsier hehe

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Primate #1: Philippine Tarsier



Com.name: Tarsier ,Maumag
Sci.name: Tarsius syrichta
Classification: Mammals
Family:Primates
Location/Origin: It is found in the southeastern part of the Philippine archipelago, particularly in the islands of Bohol, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao. Its geographic range also includes Maripipi Island, Siargao Island, Basilan Island and Dinagat Island.
Status: Near Threatened
Description: The Philippine Tarsier is carnivorous. Primarily insectivorous, its diet consists of live insects and it has also been observed to feed on spiders, small crustaceans, and small vertebrates such as small lizards and birds. Tarsius syrichta preys on live insects, particularly crickets and grasshoppers. Upon seizing its prey, the tarsier carries it to its mouth using both hands. As predators, the Philippine Tarsier may help to structure insect communities. To the extent that it is preyed upon by other animals, it may impact predator populations. Besides human hunters, feral cats banished from nearby communities are the species' main predators, though some large birds are known to prey on it as well. Because of its nocturnal and arboreal habits, the Philippine Tarsier is most likely to fall prey to owls, or to small carnivores which it can encounter in its canopy homes. The Philippine Tarsier's habitat is the second growth, secondary forest, and primary forest from sea level to 700 m. Its habitat also includes tropical rainforest with dense vegetation and trees that offer it protection like tall grasses, bushes and bamboo shoots. The Philippine Tarsier is a tiny animal, measuring about 85 to 160 millimetres (3.35 to 6.30 in) in height makes this one of the smallest primates. The small size makes it difficult to spot. The mass for males is between 80 and 160 grams, usually lighter for females, somewhat heavier than other Tarsius such as the Pygmy tarsier.[7] The average adult is about the size of a human fist and will fit very comfortably in the human hand. Like all tarsiers, the Philippine Tarsier's eyes are fixed in its skull; they cannot turn in their sockets. Instead, a special adaptation in the neck allows its round head to be rotated 180 degrees. The large membranous ears are mobile, appearing to be almost constantly moving, allowing the tarsier to hear any movement. It has uniquely large eyes (disproportionate to its head and body), which are listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest eyes on any mammal. These huge eyes provide this nocturnal animal with excellent night vision. The Philippine Tarsier has thick and silky fur which is colored gray to dark brown. The thin tail, usually used for balance, is naked or bald except for a tuft of hair at the end, and is about twice the body length. Its elongated "tarsus," or ankle bone, which gives the tarsier its name, allows it to jump at least three meters from tree to tree without having to touch the ground. Its long digits are tipped with rounded pads that allow T. syrichta to cling easily to trees and to grip almost any surface. The thumb is not truly opposable, but the first toe is. All of the digits have flattened nails, except for the second and third toes, which have sharp claws specialized for grooming. The Philippine Tarsier's pregnancy or gestation period lasts about 6 months. The female's estrous cycle lasts 25–28 days. Mating season begins in April to May. The males deposit a mating plug in the female's vagina after intercourse. The female gives birth to one offspring per gestation. The infant is born with a lot of hair and born with its eyes open. The females carry their infants in their mouth. A new born can already cling to branches and in less than a month after birth, it can start leaping. The Philippine Tarsier reproduces poorly in captivity.
Reference:
Philippine Tarsier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia