The Philippines is blessed with abundant marine resources and vast coastlines. From the turquoise seas of Batanes in the north to the gentle waters of Tawi-Tawi in the south, a diverse array of marine ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves come in abundance. These habitats harbor an impressive variety of fish species, crustaceans, and mollusks.

Protect our seas, practice sustainable management. (2024, February 21). Tempo, p. 4.