QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 1030)
Proclamation No. 1030 declares the Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius syrichta) as a specially protected faunal species of the Philippines.
The scientific name is Tarsius syrichta, and the common name is the Philippine Tarsier.
It is described as endemic to the southeastern part of the archipelago, particularly on the islands of Bohol, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao.
It cited ecological, aesthetic, educational, historical, recreational, and scientific value; national heritage value; and the fact that the species is vanishing due to destructive activities in its habitats.
Hunting, killing, wounding, taking away, or possession of the Philippine tarsier, and the conduct of activities destructive of its habitats are prohibited.
No. Possession may be allowed for educational, scientific, or conservation-centered research purposes, but only upon certification by the DENR Secretary.
The DENR is directed to spearhead activities leading to the establishment of appropriate sanctuaries.
Republic Act No. 7586, the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1991.
Yes. DENR must collaborate with other government agencies, NGOs, local government units, and local communities.
DENR is tasked to conduct accelerated and expanded field research.
It may avail of financial support and technical cooperation from local and international entities.
The President acted by virtue of powers vested in him by law, upon recommendation of the Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources.
It triggers a regulatory prohibition on harming or possessing the species and on destructive activities in its habitat, subject to limited, DENR-certified exceptions.