In the past, the waters of the Philippines were teeming with seahorses. But today, the areas where they used to swim are now almost devoid of this marine creature. They have been overharvested. But the good news: there are some areas where the population of seahorses are again on the rise. Thanks to the seven-year partnership between researchers and the local island community, the coral reefs north of Negros Island are once more abound with seahorses. The collaboration has successfully protected and replenished the wild population of seahorses.

Tacio, H. D. (2024, March 25). Sagay seahorses repopulate. Daily Tribune, p. G38.