In Western cultures, it’s a popular Christmas tradition for a couple to kiss when they meet under mistletoe. But did you know that there are also species of mistletoe that can be found in Palawan?
Eco-conscious celebrations: 5 tips for a truly green Christmas
It’s the most wonderfully stressful time of the year, and with all that holiday shopping and gift wrapping, it’s easy to see why it could turn into the most unintentionally wasteful time of the year as well.
“Asia Regional Forum on Biodiversity” day 2
she shared ENR's experiences as a responsible tourism operator and how ENR integrates biodiversity conservation in its daily operations. This is her story.
Scientists survey Palawan’s flora and fauna
Mr. Ulysses Ferreras, a well-known field botanist, paid El Nido a second visit three years after his first survey in 2008.
“Asia Regional Forum on Biodiversity” day 1
Not a lot of people realize this, but business actually plays a large role in preserving or destroying biodiversity, and it all depends on how the business is run.
El Nido Resorts participates in the Asia Regional Forum on Biodiversity
El Nido Resorts recently participated in the Asia Regional Forum on Biodiversity held in Cha-am, Petchaburi, Thailand from November 3-4, 2011.
Take a walk with a plant expert: Mr. Ulysses Ferreras’ visit to Apulit Island Resort
This is what happens when you combine AIR Environmental Officer Mavic Doctor and an expert botanist.
Creature Feature: White-vented Shama
The white-vented shama, also known as the Palawan shama, can be identified by its all black color with blue gloss except for the lower flank.
Creature Feature: Water Monitor Lizard
The bayawak is a resident of all four resort islands, Apulit, Lagen, Miniloc, and Pangulasian.
Creature Feature: Triton’s trumpet
Outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish, Acanthaster planci, have been a major issue in coral reef conservation, as their diet consists mainly of corals, thus destroying large sections of coral reef.
