ASCOT takes a stand for wildlife conservation in partnership with Born to be Wild on GMA 7, featuring the Philippine Warty Pig—a rare, minority breed and endangered species!As Doc Ferdz Recio, host of Born to be Wild, shared: “Sa kanilang pag-aaral, nasa 50% na ang ibinaba ng populasyon ng Philippine Warty Pig sa kanilang lugar. Nasa vulnerable species na ito dahil sa pangangaso at paghahalo ng lahi sa domesticated na baboy. Sa kasalukuyan, nagsasagawa sila ng genetic conservation sa walong baboy—unang hakbang para sa breeding at pagpaparami ng lahi.”
ASCOT’s efforts include genetic conservation and breeding programs, fueling the fight to protect biodiversity and secure the survival of this unique species. Once the breeding program is successful, the college is prepared to release them back into the wild, ensuring theircontinued presence in the ecosystem.
Meanwhile, Dr. Riosahlie Y. Madrid, Deputy Dean of the School of Agricultural Sciences, added: “Nandoon pa rin yung pagka-wild nila. Very territorial at protective sila sa kanilang mga kasamahan. Nakakatulong sila sa pag-maintain ng biodiversity by balancing the bundok kung saan makikita ang mga wild plants at animals.”
Catch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikZensfMCG0
Protecting our wildlife starts with awareness. Let’s support conservation efforts!
