Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

The Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary spans 40,940 hectares of interconnected lakes, rivers, and swamps in northeastern Mindanao, forming the Philippines' largest freshwater wetland.

The Philippine government declared this vital ecosystem as a protected area in 1996, followed by its designation as a Ramsar site of international importance in 1999.

The Manobo indigenous communities maintain their traditional way of life within the sanctuary, residing in floating houses and practicing sustainable fishing methods.

Visitors can explore eleven designated ecotourism sites, including Lake Panlabuhan and Caimpugan Peatland, while observing numerous bird species throughout the sanctuary.

The wetland functions as a natural water reservoir, containing 155 lakes that collect water from the Agusan-Davao plain and support 721 flora and 449 fauna species.

Inception: 1996

GPS coordinates: 8.32360,125.89170

Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:24