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There are exhibits about the Philippines' UNESCO Natural Heritage Sites; species of plants and animals that have been discovered in the country; mangroves, beaches, wetlands, and forests in the Philippines; and marine, plant, and animal life of our country.
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Plants and animals discovered in the Philippines
There are replicas (such as Rafflesia, the world's largest flower, which I learned we had 13 species of! But, sadly, endangered.), miniature models (such as the lakes in the Philippines), life-size models (making you feel like you were walking through a forest or a mangrove), taxidermied animals, pressed plants, interactive zones, and activity areas.
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Explore the mangrove
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Check out the flora and fauna of a mossy forest
The mangroves and forests (pine forests, mossy forests, rainforests, etc) exhibits I thought were pretty awesome. It was like walking through a mangrove/forest and observing the creatures that inhabit it. It was also interesting to learn about the animals endemic to the country. Some creatures I had only heard and seen for the first time: such as the weird looking bird called Philippine Frogmouth.
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Take a closer look at these plants
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Two extinct birds in the Philippines: spot-billed pelican (left) and sarus crane (right).
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Marbled water monitor, endemic to the Philippines
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Check out this corner to know where to spot whales, dolphins, and sea cows in the Philippines.
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The titan triggerfish (center, back row) attacked me in Gilutungan!
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National Museum of Natural History
Teodoro F. Valencia Circle, Ermita, Manila
Tuesday to Sunday 10AM to 5PM
Free admission
Directions: Take the LRT to United Nations Station. Walk 300 meters to the National Museum of Natural History.
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