The Vertebrate Biodiversity of the Gigantes and Sicogon Islands, Iloilo Province, Philippines

Authors

  • Abner A. Bucol Silliman University Angelo King Center for Research and Environmental Management
  • Ely L. Alcala Silliman University Angelo King Center for Research and Environmental Management
  • Leonardo T. Averia Silliman University Angelo King Center for Research and Environmental Management
  • Lirio Cordova Panay Rural Organizing For Social Reform

Keywords:

biodiversity, Gigantes Islands, Panay Island, zoogeography

Abstract

The biodiversity of the Gigantes and Sicogon Islands and associated islets are presented and discussed based on a study
conducted from December 2009 to May 2010. Pertinent data on the biophysical conditions of caves in the Gigantes are also presented. Observations on the biology of the Critically Endangered Gigante Limestone Frog (3ODW\PDQWLV LQVXODWXV) and the Endangered Gigante Narrow-disked Gecko (*HNNRJLJDQWH) such as population density, behaviour, and reproductive biology are also presented. Threats to the biodiversity of these islands are discussed with corresponding recommendations. A preliminary discussion on the zoogeography of the two islands is also provided.

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Published

2022-10-07

How to Cite

Bucol, A. A., Alcala, E. L. ., Averia , L. T., & Cordova, L. (2022). The Vertebrate Biodiversity of the Gigantes and Sicogon Islands, Iloilo Province, Philippines. Silliman Journal, 51(2). Retrieved from http://sillimanjournal.su.edu.ph/index.php/sj/article/view/176

Issue

Vol. 51 No. 2 (2010): Silliman Journal

Section

Articles