A5050113986- Coastal and Marine Management
- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- Echinoderm biology and ecology
- Aquatic life and conservation
- Marine and Coastal Ecosystems
- Ocean Acidification Effects and Responses
- Climate Change, Adaptation, Migration
- Marine and fisheries research
- Marine and coastal plant biology
- Land Use and Ecosystem Services
- Marine Sponges and Natural Products
- Crustacean biology and ecology
- Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds
- Food and Agricultural Sciences
- Coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics
- Climate Change Communication and Perception
- Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
Western Philippines University
2018-2024
University of the Philippines Visayas
2018
Sandfish (Holothuria scabra Jaeger, 1833) is one of the most valuable sea cucumbers in local and international markets. Although listed as an endangered species, it among regularly harvested marine resources Palawan, Philippines. To continue trade sandfish without harvesting from wild, this study initially ventured into producing seed stocks. However, broodstocks were scarce, only sub-adults available, they needed to grow broodstocks. This evaluated survival growth performance sub-adult when...
This study assessed the seagrass communities of Arrecife Island, Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines, focusing on species composition, percent cover, and diversity density associated macroinvertebrates, particularly sea cucumbers. Sampling was done April 14-15, 2018, at daytime low tide, using a transect-quadrat method in established sampling sites. Percent cover categorized dominance classification scheme, indices were computed to assess community structure. A total five recorded, namely,...
Abstract Society relies on intact marine ecosystems for ecosystem services such as nutrition, livelihoods, health and well‐being. Yet, to obtain these benefits, we carry out activities, introducing pressures ecosystems, damaging degrading habitats reducing their capacity optimally provide services. Biodiversity are consequently being lost globally but impact chains from activities poorly understood, especially in tropical ecosystems. We identified the first time linking with they introduce...
Understanding coastal communities’ awareness and risk perceptions of climate change impact is essential in developing effective communication tools mitigation strategies to reduce the vulnerability these communities. In this study, we examined on marine ecosystem, sea level rise mangrove ecosystem as a factor affecting coral reefs seagrass beds. The data were gathered by conducting face-to-face surveys with 291 respondents from areas Taytay, Aborlan Puerto Princesa Palawan, Philippines....
Understanding local community perceptions of climate change is essential in developing effective risk communication tools and mitigation strategies to reduce the vulnerability coastal areas.In this study, we examined communities' as a threat, driver rising sea levels, factor affecting coral reefs seagrass beds.The were gathered by conducting face-to-face surveys with 291 respondents from areas Taytay, Aborlan Puerto Princesa Palawan, Philippines.Results showed that most participants (82%)...
Poaching a significant volume of the reef gastropod topshell Tectus niloticus in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park (TRNP) 2006 to 2007 has prompted management seek detailed information on impact such illegal activities. To determine present status and trends population TRNP gather background about poaching trade, follow up assessment 2008 was conducted. Data trading were derived from interviews other secondary data. Abundance topshells varied according three surveyed depths; highest middle sites...
Understanding profitability is crucial when engaging in any fishery business venture. The collection of spiny lobster puerulus has recently caught the interest many fisherfolks province Palawan, but information regarding its wanting. This study determined based on given by two collectors, one from barangay (Bgy.) Rizal, Roxas and another Bgy. San Juan, Aborlan. Information such as cost materials, operating expenses, monthly catch were gathered with a guide questionnaire. return investment...
Climate change's adverse impacts are already evident, particularly in coastal areas. However, local perception that is essential formulating policies for mitigating its remains limited. Thus, this study evaluated the level of small fishing communities on climate change and livelihood environment. The data were obtained using a face-to-face survey with aid structured questionnaire. They interpreted analyzed Likert point scale, descriptive statistics, chi-square. A total 308 male fisherfolks...
The attractive price for spiny lobster (Panulirus spp.) puerulus has recently encouraged many fishers to engage in its collection as an alternative livelihood at the height of COVID-19 pandemic. This booming fishery prompted investigation settlement traps, luring/shading materials, trap installation and harvesting methods, problems encountered Palawan, Philippines. Reviewed videos posted on social media, personal observation, data gathered from key informants (KIs) revealed use various...
Sea cucumbers under the genus Actinopyga are among commonly exploited species in Philippines. At present, there five belonging to this country namely, A. echinites, lecanora, mauritiana, miliaris and obesa (Schoppe 2000, Akamine 2005, Kerr et al. 2006, Olavides 2010, Purcell 2012, Jontila 2014). Recent surveys different sites Palawan did not show occurrence of other (Dolorosa Collantes 2013, Pitong Sabay Saclet Dolorosa 2015). During monthly monitoring sea Arreceffi Island Resort Spa on June...
Understanding the coastal communities’ awareness and risk perceptions of climate change impact is essential in developing effective communication tools mitigation strategies to reduce vulnerability communities. In this study, we examined community’s on marine ecosystem, sea level rise mangrove as a factor affecting coral reefs seagrass beds. The data were gathered by conducting face-to-face surveys with 291 respondents from areas Taytay, Aborlan, Puerto Princesa Palawan, Philippines. Results...
Understanding the coastal communities’ awareness and risk perceptions of climate change impact is essential in developing effective communication tools mitigation strategies to reduce vulnerability communities. In this study, we examined community’s on marine ecosystem, sea level rise mangrove as a factor affecting coral reefs seagrass beds. The data were gathered by conducting face-to-face surveys with 291 respondents from areas Taytay, Aborlan, Puerto Princesa Palawan, Philippines. Results...
Marine Protected Area (MPA) is a recognized tool for conservation and fisheries management. In the Philippines, there are around 1,800 locally-managed MPAs 155 in Palawan. However, gender knowledge perceptions on their impacts communities environment poorly documented. Thus, this study was conducted to determine awareness perception MPAs’ functions, benefits, status of coastal Taytay, Palawan, Philippines. The socio-demographics respondents effects were also investigated. There 401 but only...