The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) is endemic in the forest of the Philippines particularly in the four major islands in the country namely eastern Luzon, Samar, Leyte and Mindanao. It is also the national bird of the Philippines. A bird of prey belonging to the family of Accipitridae. John Whitehead was the first English explorer and naturalist who discovered the specie in 1896. This specie has no recognized sub-species.In order to save this animal a Philippine Eagle Foundation was organized in 1987. This is a non-profit organization dedicated to save the eagle and its habitat. The foundation works hand in hand with the Philippine Eagle Center.
The Philippine Eagle Center is the home to 36 Philippine Eagles, 18 of which are captive-bred. It is also a home to other animals. It is situated in Davao City Water District’s (DCWD) Watershed Park in Malagos, Davao. The center depicts a tropical rainforest environment which offers visitors a glimpse of the Philippines’ forest ecosystem.
The Philippine Eagle Center used to be primarily a breeding and conservation facility, but it has opened its doors to the viewing public for educational purposes. Exhibits in the center are used primarily to help educate the people on conservation. Because of the growing number of visitors, the center is also considered as a major tourist attraction in Davao City.
Location: Malagos, Calinan, Davao City / Tel. No. 221-30-21
info@philippineeagle.org & phileagl@pldtdsl.net
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