Threat to native wildlife species (Full Episode) | Born to be Wild
Summary
TLDRThe video script details an encounter with a marbled water monitor lizard in Bulacan, Philippines, highlighting its massive size and the challenges faced during its rescue. It also addresses the issue of invasive species, particularly the Cane toad, and their impact on native frogs. The script discusses the importance of biodiversity conservation and the efforts to protect the natural habitat of wildlife, urging viewers to subscribe to the GMA public Affairs YouTube channel for more environmental stories.
Takeaways
- 🐸 A large number of frogs, including marbled water monitor lizards, were found in various locations causing surprise to residents.
- 🏠 One monitor lizard was spotted inside a house in Bulacan, highlighting the occasional intrusion of wildlife into human habitats.
- 🌿 The lizard was carefully captured and released by local environmental officers, emphasizing the importance of handling wildlife with care.
- 🔍 The script mentions the need for public awareness on how to respond to encounters with potentially dangerous wildlife like monitor lizards.
- 🏥 The captured lizard was examined for injuries and received treatment, showcasing the role of rescue centers in wildlife conservation.
- 🌱 The release of the monitor lizard into a natural habitat was discussed, underlining the goal of returning wildlife to their natural environments.
- 🐸 A juvenile monitor lizard was found in San Pedro, Laguna, and was temporarily housed by a resident, indicating community involvement in wildlife care.
- 🌧️ A significant frog infestation was discovered in an old fountain in Batangas, suggesting the impact of environmental changes on wildlife behavior.
- 🐛 The frogs were observed to be feeding on insects, indicating their role in the ecosystem as predators and the potential for overpopulation.
- 🌐 The presence of invasive species like the Cane toad was noted, posing a threat to native species and the local biodiversity.
Q & A
What was the unexpected discovery in a house in Bulacan?
-The unexpected discovery was a large marbled water monitor lizard, also known as a bayawak, which was found in a chicken coop.
Why was the bayawak in the chicken coop?
-The bayawak was likely in the chicken coop because it was seeking food, as it is known to prey on chickens and other small animals.
What happened when the bayawak was found in the coop?
-The residents were surprised and concerned, and one of them was even bitten by the lizard. They then called for help to safely capture and remove the bayawak.
Why shouldn't the bayawak be approached or touched carelessly?
-The bayawak should not be approached or touched carelessly because its mouth can be dirty and potentially infectious, even though it does not have venom.
What measures were taken to ensure the safety of the residents after the bayawak was captured?
-The bayawak was safely captured and quarantined to prevent it from biting any more residents, and the local municipal environment and natural resources office was notified.
What is the typical habitat of a marbled water monitor lizard?
-The typical habitat of a marbled water monitor lizard is near water bodies such as rivers and swamps, but they can also be found in other environments like the one described in the script.
Why was the bayawak released after it was captured?
-The bayawak was released because it was determined to be healthy and not a threat to humans, and it was important to return it to its natural habitat.
What is the significance of the large number of frogs found in the fountain in Batangas?
-The large number of frogs in the fountain indicates a potential breeding ground, which could lead to an overpopulation of non-native species like the cane toad, affecting the local ecosystem.
Why are cane toads considered an invasive species in the Philippines?
-Cane toads are considered invasive because they are not native to the Philippines and can outcompete and prey on native species, disrupting the local biodiversity.
What is the role of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in managing such wildlife encounters?
-The Department of Environment and Natural Resources plays a role in managing wildlife encounters by providing guidelines for the capture and release of animals, and ensuring that invasive species do not harm the local ecosystem.
How can the public help in preserving native wildlife and biodiversity?
-The public can help by being aware of invasive species, reporting sightings to the appropriate authorities, and supporting conservation efforts to protect native wildlife and their habitats.
Outlines
🦎 Discovery of a Large Monitor Lizard in a Residential Area
A surprising discovery of a large monitor lizard was made in a residential area, shocking the local residents. The lizard was first seen climbing a fence, causing a commotion among the people. A resident named Eddie captured the reptile and secured it in a sack to prevent harm to it. Officials from the municipal environment office advised him on handling such animals. Despite the fearsome appearance of the lizard, including its sharp teeth and strong bite, experts clarified that its bites are dangerous due to bacteria in the mouth rather than venom. Eddie’s actions in safely securing the animal were praised, and residents were cautioned to avoid close contact with the lizard due to the risk of infection from a bite.
🦎 Safe Release of the Captured Monitor Lizard
The monitor lizard, which had been temporarily housed in a cramped chicken coop, was eventually taken to a safer location for release. The animal was examined before its release, showing signs of some minor injuries, likely from biting on the metal cage or sacks. The lizard was treated with antibiotics to prevent infection and ensure a healthy recovery. Once assessed, the large monitor lizard was safely released into a more natural habitat, where it could thrive without posing a danger to residents or itself.
🐸 Frogs Overrun an Abandoned Fountain
In a subdivision in Batangas, an old fountain has become overrun with frogs after being abandoned during the pandemic in 2022. The fountain, no longer maintained, became home to numerous frogs, including their offspring. Residents noticed the frogs climbing stairs at night in search of food like insects. Due to the rainy season, the frogs were trapped in the fountain, unable to escape. Despite local beliefs linking frogs to warts, the real concern lies in the sheer number of frogs breeding in the stagnant water. The situation has raised alarms about invasive species like the cane toad, which are not native to the area but thrive due to favorable conditions.
🌳 Cane Toads Threaten Native Frog Species
In the rural areas of Mindoro, invasive cane toads have begun to mingle with the native frog species, leading to concerns about the impact on biodiversity. Local residents, including those who hunt frogs for food, noted the presence of bullfrogs and cane toads, which are much larger than the native species. The bullfrogs have also been observed interacting with native frogs, leading experts to worry about hybridization. With the introduction of these non-native species, particularly the toxic cane toad, the local ecosystem faces challenges. Conservationists emphasize the importance of preserving native species to maintain ecological balance.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Monitor Lizard
💡Venom
💡Invasive Species
💡Habitat
💡Defensive Mechanisms
💡Endemic Species
💡Biodiversity
💡Natural Resources
💡Conservation
💡Ecosystem
💡Wildlife Encounters
Highlights
A large and heavy monitor lizard was found in Bulacan, causing surprise to the residents.
The monitor lizard was captured and kept in a chicken coop, highlighting the unexpected coexistence of wildlife with human settlements.
The lizard's long tail and powerful build were described, emphasizing its impressive size and strength.
Residents were warned not to approach the lizard due to its potential to inflict a dirty bite, which could lead to infection.
The local government was involved in the lizard's capture, demonstrating community efforts in wildlife management.
The monitor lizard was released at a suitable site, showcasing responsible wildlife release practices.
A juvenile monitor lizard was found in San Pedro, Laguna, and was temporarily housed by a resident, indicating the occasional domestication of wild animals.
The lizard's curiosity and agility were noted, highlighting the natural behavior of these creatures.
An encounter with a potentially aggressive monitor lizard was described, underlining the need for caution when dealing with wildlife.
The importance of not harming or killing monitor lizards was emphasized, reflecting a conservationist perspective.
A large number of frogs were found in a fountain, suggesting an ecological imbalance or an overpopulation of a certain species.
The frogs' breeding habits were discussed, including their ability to lay thousands of eggs, which could impact local ecosystems.
The presence of invasive species, such as the Cane toad, was noted, posing a threat to native frog populations.
Efforts to protect native frogs and control invasive species were described, highlighting conservation initiatives.
The program 'Born to Be Wild' was mentioned, encouraging viewers to subscribe for more nature stories, indicating the educational value of the content.
Transcripts
laki ang lakas pati ang
bigat parang tinanggal ano mga ngipin
Hindi ko to in-expect
ah Ano
yan iba na yung itsura nila oh hindi na
ito yung mga regular na to na nakikita
ko eh may sumama pa ohan natin kung
gagawin
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nito oh my
God Ang dami
w all frogs It's like a
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plue ang nilalang na ito na may mahabang
buntot at matatalim nao
ang gumulat sa mga
residente ang
isa makikitang nakatambay sa bintana sa
loob ng
bahay at ang isa naman nahuli raw sa may
bakuran kung hindi ko mahil nakakapit
siya linagay namin sa sako inat namin
uli dito Ano ang gagawin mo kung
makakakita ka nga ng mga Ligaw na bayawa
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sa isang bahay sa marela Bulacan
makikita ang hile-hilerang kulungan ng
mga
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manok sa isang kulungan
dito may isang kakaibang
hayop ito ay ang marbled water monitor
lizard o bayawak
sa maliit na kulungan ng manok ay pilit
na pinagkakasya niya ang kanyang
katawan bahagyang nakakagalaw sa kanyang
kulungan at Nagpapahinga lang ang
bayawak pero Hwag daw basta-basta
lapitan Dahil kapag
nagalit Anong nangyari Ba't ka merong
ano ngayon dito bayawak nung webes po
kasi gagawa ako doun sa taas umaga
ngayon nakarinig ako nagkakagulo diyan
pagtingin ko may mga silang pamalo
naririnig malakihan yan malaki di
Hinanap ko naman umaakyat sa bakod may
commotion ang mga tao dito naririnig
niyo May mahawak ng pamalo eh kaya
sinabihan ko siya Hwag niyong papatayin
akong bahalang
maghuhula Sige kung mahuli mo Bumaba ka
rito so yung pagtawag niyo sa amin It's
to surrender talaga intensyon ko po
talaga y Anong status nung bayawak
ngayon Nung nakita ninyo wala namang
sugat naala nam po Tama po ung ginawa
niyo sir sa susunod na baka hindi pa ito
ung last time na maka-encounter kayo
pero ang pinakadelikado sa kanila ung
Kagat kasi madumi ang bibig niyang mga
iyan eh it's not because they have Venom
but because the mouths are dirty no Ah
so pwede ka ma-infect kag nakagat kang
ganyan isa pa tama po yung ginawa ninyo
na kinuha niyo
tinray na ito hindi makakagat ng aso
pinaalalahanan rin si Eddie ng municipal
environment and natural resources o
menro Marilao na si Dan Kung sakali pong
may makita po kayong bayawak kasi po n
sabi niyo po parang meron pa pong isa
may napuran diyan mga Gan Oo kaso hindi
na po nahanap If ever na magappear po at
Kayo po uli ang makahuli kontakin niyo
lang po kami and pupunta po kami para
yung team namin na magha-handle po n
animal ang bayawak ay may habang halos
nasa dalawang metro at may lapad na nasa
siam na
pulgada
laki laki bibig bibig
bibig laki ang lakas pati hawak dito
kuya dito sa
paa ang bigat ang biga Woo Wait lang
anuhin muna natin pagu muna natin siya
napakalaking bayawak kita mo kanina
bubuka na yung bibig niya ready na yung
mangagat eh kasi yung unang yung
pangalawang defense niya first one is
i-click niyo yung kanyang Yung kanyang
buntot paamo at saka mag-ingat din tayo
tita sa mga ganito yung matatalas na
kukuna ganyan ang bigat nito Okay sige
sige sige
langan Sige sige okay okay na rin to in
a way kasi para hindi siya masyadong
magfree out no kung wala siya masyadong
nakikita doon talian natin butasin na
lang talian to butasan natin ng
kaunti medyo makahinga siya for it to
reach the size ibig sabihin madami
siyang pagkain dito sa lugar siguro
madaming ano dito mga Daga diyan sa tabi
freezer Scavengers Pwede rin silang
mabuhay dun sa mga leftover na pagkain
Usually sa mga tabing ilog sa
restaurants just so happens na meron
tayong malaking baha nitong nakaraan na
naan siya siguro talaga dito
sa sa lugar na ito doble lang
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natin dinala namin sa isang release site
sa Marilao ang
Bayawak ang laki niya oh ko pakawalan
sinuri kong muli ang agresibong
bayawak sugat ah Parang tinanggal na
yung ano ah mga ngipin ko to in-expect
ah
oo tinanggalan ng ngipin sa taas meron
sa baba medyo wala na yung ngipin nila
kasi Tignan mo yung itaas maliliit
crated matatalas yan Kahit maliliit no
kaya kapag nakakagat siya kapit talaga
yung sa ibaba medyo nabawasan na
siguro nung kumagat ito dun sa
mga sako o kaya dun sa metal na kulungan
niya talagang tinamaan yung ngipin Hindi
ko alam If This was self-inflicted but
those tee are going to grow back naman
We just need to Ano We just need to give
this some
antibiotics treatment and vitamins no
para maano natin para ma matulungan siya
pero ang laki nito Okay yung katawan
niya okay yung
itsura balat everything may konting
scratches
but generally healthy I can release this
back abang lang kayo diyan laki
niya mula sa kanyang masikip na kulungan
malaya ng nakapaglalakbay angang bayawak
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ngayong buwan nahuli naman ang isang
bayawak na ito sa bintana ng isang bahay
sa San Pedro
Laguna pansamantalang ikinulong ang
bayawak na ito ng residenteng si Lito sa
kulungan ng kanyang mga
ibon kung ang mga ibon ay masigla sa
kanilang kulungan Tahimik lang na
nagpapahinga ang
bayawak juvenile o bata pa ang bayawak
na
ito dahil dalawang araw pa lang sa
pangangalaga ni Lito ang bayawak
binabasa niya ito ng tubig paminsan
minsan para hindi mainitan kakilala ko
pumunta saakin yung mayari ng bahay sabi
niya saakin may bayawak sa screen
kurtina Oo ang sabi niya hulihin niyo
kung ano niyo pwede niyong pulutanin
nasabi ko naman d sa kung mahuhuli natin
ng maayos pipilitin ko na maano sa ano
niyo sa lan ni tingin ko galing yan Dun
sa may taas sa may buok sa may GMA San
Jose baka ako sumama dun sa imburnal na
Pababa dito umahon ngayon diyan ng
natimingan so ito yung bayawak natin no
OP
liit Pero ito yung usually ngang na ano
na nakakapasok sa mga butas-butas ito
yung Karaniwan ng mga size ng bayawak na
nasa kisame kasi nga naghahanap ng daga
very inquisitive sila eh Napaka curious
na sa surroundings Hindi pa nila alam
yung mga masyadong danger ung danger ba
at the same time very agile malakas ang
Katawa mabilis
tumakbo alay oh
oh pa
siya
woohoo relax lang
Relax Lang Kita mo yan yung buntot niya
pagurin lang muna
natin palo yan eh kakagat muna
papalo At saka
yung kakalot Okay naman yung ano Okay
naman yung bibig walang mga sugat yung
sa kuko Okay lang po yan magano yan
magheal naman yan the best really is for
this kinds of animals na walang damage
ung katawan very
healthy naman healthy looking ias na
agad patagalin sa isang
lugar na-stress sila transfer natin resc
Center pantal mangiwan sa pangangalaga
ng Rescue center sa Laguna ang bayawak
na
ito Kap naga na ng report ng Department
of environment and natural resources or
DNR calabar ay makakabalik na rin siya
sa
saas habit ng m
bwak nw lug ng mga tao hindi para
managa ng makakain o pansamantalang
matuan hanggang sila ay makabalik sa
kanilang natural na
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habit Saang lumang fountain sa Batangas
nakatira ang kumpol-kumpol na mga
palaka pero paano na lang kung sila ang
bubungad SAO Oh my
God Ang dami
wo all this frogs It's like a plue
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sa higit L palaka ang aming nakita rito
May nagkukumpulan sa isang
sulok may lumalangoy
ine-enjoy ang
tubig may
kingi at may Ilan ding gustong
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mapag-isa ang fountain ay bahagi ng
isang Subdivision pero hindi na ito
tinira mula noong 2022 dahil sa
pandemya at mga palaka na ang naging
residente rito maging ang mga anak
nilang butete ay Kasama rin nila ayon
kay Kagawad Mar pumupunta ang mga palaka
sa fountain dahil sa mga insekto na
pagkain nila noun pong nakita namin na
ganyan na pong karami Kami nga po
Nagtaka kung saan po kaya dumaan Yan
umaakyat po sila sa hagdan kapag
halimbawa po kapag gabi Dahil gusto po
nilang
makuha ng mga pagkain tulad po ng
insekto Hindi na sila nakawala ng bumaba
ang naipong tubig dahil sa ulan tag-araw
tag-init talagang may may nst diyan na
palaka ah bale sir tuwing tagulan lang
po na-stock diyan pala nga
po once nakapasok sila diyan par death
trap na nilan
tingnan natin kung ano Kung marami
talaga medyo may amoy nga oh ito oh Ang
dami oh nakala sila dito mga payat
na dahil sa naipong tubig dito na sila
nagpaparami tingnan natin kung buhay pa
ba yung minim mate niya baka mamaya
necrophilia na ito parang kinakasta niya
pa yung patay
na ayan oh
gmate niya patay
na Oh my
God Ang dami
Woo all this frogs It's like a Plague sa
bibliya no yung napakaraming mga palaka
ang dami
nito may kasabihan sa amin ano pag
humawa ka raw ng mga ganitong uri ng
palaka
Eh magkakaroon makaron ng kulugo pag
naihian ka nito Well that's not
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true itlog na m palaka ang Puting bulan
na ito Ito yung mga eggs
nila let's see kung may mga napipisa na
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dito ito ang ebidensya na nabubulok na
lang sila dito ito ay yung tinatawag na
fem kaya nilang mangitlog ng 30,000
piraso dalawang beses kada taon
pagdating ng tag-ulan pag nagh na yung
mga eggs na Ian those frog tps will
slowly go into the pond or you know kung
anong body of water na walang current
invasive species ang mga Cane toad kaya
hindi sila Welcome sa
atin sila ay native sa cental at South
America nagse-set sila ng lason sa
kanilang pared glands bilang kanilang
depensa pag pinisa ko yan may tatalsik
dami yan ang depensa ng mga palaka ito
kaya napakabilis nilang
dumami mabuti at nasa loob lang ng
fountain na ito ang mga
Peng pags
Nagsimula na rin mag-ingay ang mga
palakas sa
bukid nandito tayo sa bukirin ano kung
saan maraming mga uri ng palaka Kasama
natin si MJ at ah nanghuhuli sila ng
palaka para kainin ano source of
additional source of protein ang
nakikita daw dito is yung native na
palaka yyung palakang bukid kung tawagin
tutit kung minsan sa tutit ang tawag
Tapos yung bullfrog bullfrog ah palakang
dikit ah ung bullfrog ah ano ata yan
introduced yan ano mas malalaki at mas
malalaman ung ung
bullfrog target ng aming team na makita
ang mga endemic
frogs pero una naming nakita ang mga
invasive Cane
toad
palatandaan na kahit na rito sa mendoro
ay Nakarating na rin sila nakakasalamuha
na nila ang ating mga native frogs
hirap daw tayo maghanap ngayon dahil pag
maliwanag yung buwan kalat-kalat sila
and pag lumalapit yung tao tumatahimik
Sila which nawawala yung clue natin Ano
y may
humuhuni ah sa loob
nito iba naung itsa nila hindi na ito
yung mga regular na
kita ko eh Nakikita mo yung bullfrog
sinasampa niya yung two teth n hybrid
nagha-hyperventilate
makatakas sa PR nila at sa isang sako
naman Naroon ang mga bullfrog Look at
that Ang lalaki ng mga oh parang ano
coml ang itsura nila Some of them are
greenish some of them are brownish so
huhuli na ako ng isa dito so itong
dalawang species ng frog na ito ay
nakikita dito sa bukid na ito and
ikukumpara natin itong mga tutit na ito
maya-maya pa may sumama pa oh may sum pa
pang tigan natin K ang gagawin
nito ang toad usually nasa ano land yan
ano pero pwedeng amphibious din sila
pwedeng nasa tubig sila pero makikita
niyo na yung balat nila mas
magaspang yung kanilang ah balat kumpara
sa sa frog mas makinis ito ledy yung
kanilang ah balat sa aking pag-oobserba
sa mga native
frogs mukhang na- hybrid na ng ibang
species ng palaka ayon sa eksperto may
posibilidad itong
mangyari base sa mga maraming pag-aaral
ginagawa ng ating biologist especially
mga herbologist yung mga nakikita dito
na mga species na mga palaka ay
combination na siya mixture na siya ng
both native mga native
at meron na rin ung tinatawag na alian
species maaaring ma-examine
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sa pagdami ng c tood na isang invasive
species naharap ngayon sa malaking hamon
ang ating native
biodiversity tamang kaalaman sa ating
endemic species ang paraan para
maalagaan ang kapaligiran upang matiyak
ang kapakanan ng ating native wildlife
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