The government will nominate the Sibugay Coastal Wetlands to the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance as part of conserving its rich biodiversity and the cultural heritage of Zamboanga Sibugay's Subanens and other ethnic tribes. The Sibugay Coastal Wetlands (SCW) will be Philippines' eighth on the Ramsar List when granted this recognition. The listing will protect its rich wildlife which is home to 53 waterbird species - 37 migratory waterbirds and 11 threatened migratory waterbirds.

Sibugay coastal wetlands to be nominated to Ramsar. (2022, June 12). The Manila Times, p. B5.