HerpWatch Pilipinas, Inc.
- GBIF publisher since
- 22 October 2018
Description
HerpWatch Pilipinas, Inc. is a non-stock and non-profit professional organization (SEC registration no.: CN201621210) incorporated with the primary purpose to deepen our understanding of the biology, systematics, biogeography, natural history and ecology, as well as that of conservation, best practice husbandry and sustainable use of Philippine indigenous amphibians and reptiles and their habitat through the development and implementation of herpetological research and education programs. Specifically, HerpWatch Pilipinas, Inc. aims to bring together scientists, enthusiasts and other individuals who share the same interest and passion for herpetology, specifically focusing on Philippine indigenous amphibians and reptiles and their habitat, and, subsequently, stimulate scientific knowledge and discussions on contemporary issues through meetings, seminars, symposiums and conferences; to work closely with government, academic and scientific institutions and organizations in the common pursuit of furthering Philippine herpetological research and education programs and in assessments of conservation status of Philippine indigenous amphibians and reptiles and their habitat; to conduct in situ - ex situ herpetological studies, specifically focusing on Philippine indigenous amphibians and reptiles and their habitat, and to publish results and scientific data in the form of scientific and popular articles, books and field guides; and to promote the rich herpetofauna and overall biodiversity of the Philippines through the conduct of herpwatching tours.Contacts
ADMINISTRATIVE_POINT_OF_CONTACTArvin Diesmos
Telephone: (+63)9178562522
email: arvin.diesmos@gmail.com
TECHNICAL_POINT_OF_CONTACT
Arman Pili
Telephone: (+63)9269650530
email: armannorciopili@gmail.com
POINT_OF_CONTACT
Mae Lowe Diesmos
Telephone: (+63)9178150513
email: maediesmos@yahoo.com
HerpWatch Pilipinas, Inc.
#1198 Benavidez St., Unit 1202, Tondo
Manila City
1003
Metropolitan Manila
PH
email: herpwatchph@gmail.com