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The Philippines is home to some of the world’s most exotic birds. With more than 600 bird species to choose from including several species of hornbills, colorful fruit doves, rare parrots and fascinating eagles and owls — its really fun to explore and learn more about these beautiful and unique birds. Here is a list of 12 exotic birds endemic to this “bird-paradise” country.

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Scientists Discover Unique Species Purple Crab.

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Is the mangrove snake another candidate for extinction?

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Facts about the snake-eating mammals – the mongoose.

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Otters are known to have the densest hair. They have 150,000 hair in just one centimeter whereas humans have only 100,000 hairs on their head.

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Do you know that the Palawan skunk can kill animals larger than itself by emitting a very pungent smell? Read on…

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An endemic species of the rodent family, the Palawan porcupine (Hystrix pumila) is the only porcupine found in the Philippines. Read on to learn more about this unique wildlife species.

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It’s a bird, no, it’s a plane, no, it’s a flying squirrel. More information on the endemic species of flying squirrel in Palawan in this article.

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As any animal in the food chain, the squirrel plays a vital role in recycling nutrients in an ecosystem. Although relatively common, further understanding of these animals will ensure their conservation.

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A little known mammal, the Palawan tree shrew (Tupaia palawanensis palawanensis) is an antisocial animal, as it would prevent even its own kind from entering its territory.