The Makiling Center for Mountain Ecosystems (MCME) is on the lookout for University Research Associate II to be part of our institution! We want to hear from you! 📅 Application Deadline: 14 June 2025 Be part of our growing institution and help shape the future of mountain ecosystems. Apply now!
For. Alexis John T. Fajardo, Forest Technician II As the blooms of May reached their full splendor, the Makiling Center for Mountain Ecosystems (MCME) embraced the season of growth by launching its mini sportsfest on 30 May 2025, highlighting the Center’s commitment to holistic health and wellness for its employees. …
The Balicassiao (Dicrurus balicassius Linnaeus, 1766), a member of the family Dicruridae, is an endemic, non-migratory bird species found throughout the Philippines. It is widely distributed across Luzon, with documented sightings in provinces such as Quezon, Laguna, Sorsogon, Marinduque, and Mindoro. Currently, three recognized subspecies occur within the country, with …
The Brown Shrike (Lanius cristatus), a member of the Laniidae family, is a migratory bird species widely distributed across Asia. It breeds in North and East China, Korea, South Japan (Kyushu), and has been recently observed in Eastern Mongolia. During the non-breeding season, it migrates southward to Southeast Asia, particularly …
Gatasan scientifically known as Garcinia venulosa (Blanco) Choisy is a member of the Clusiaceae family and is endemic to the Philippines. The genus Garcinia was named in honor of Laurent Garcin, a French botanist, naturalist, and plant collector. The species name venulosa is derived from the Latin word venulus, meaning …
For. Alexis John T. Fajardo, Forest Technician II While April 1st is often associated with playful pranks, this year it also marked a significant moment of reflection and celebration—the end of Ramadan for our Muslim brothers and sisters. Remarkably, it was also the day when 33 members of the Philippine …