Protected status of Dugong in the Philippines

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DENR ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 55: Protected status of Dugong in the Philippines

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Title Supreme Court: Protected status of Dugong in the Philippines

Law: Denr Administrative Order No. 55

Decision Date: Oct 21, 1991

Dugong or Sea Cow (Dugong dugon) is declared a protected marine mammal, prohibiting its hunting, possession, and habitat destruction, with penalties including imprisonment and fines for violations, while the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau leads conservation efforts.

protected species

marine mammal

endangered species

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