Timpoong and Hibok-Hibok Natural Monument, Natural monument in Camiguin Island, Philippines
Timpoong and Hibok-Hibok Natural Monument is a protected reserve on Camiguin Island featuring two volcanic peaks surrounded by dense rainforest and numerous waterfalls. The site encompasses different forest types and supports a wide range of wildlife adapted to tropical mountain environments.
The site received protected status in 2004 through a presidential decree aimed at safeguarding the island's remaining rainforest. This designation represented a turning point for preserving Camiguin's natural heritage from further deforestation.
Local communities maintain traditional practices through selected agroforestry activities within designated areas of the natural monument, contributing to sustainable resource management.
Several hiking trails traverse the area, leading to waterfalls and forest sections with varying difficulty levels. Local guides and community centers in nearby villages provide orientation and support for visitors exploring the monument.
The area shelters several animal species found nowhere else in the world, including specific rodents, parrots, and frogs. These singular inhabitants make the location important for understanding tropical biodiversity.
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