This checklist includes all bird species found in Philippines , based on the best information available at this time. It is based on a wide variety of sources that I collated over many years. I am pleased to offer these checklists as a service to birdwatchers.

For those interested in the outdoors, birds are generally the most popular form of wildlife. This is partly because they are so attractive and partly because they are the most conspicuous wild creatures. Mammals are generally nocturnal and hard to see while frogs and reptiles, though of interest to some, don't enjoy such popular appeal.

More than 7,100 islands fall within the borders of the Philippines hotspot, identified as one of the worldís biologically richest countries. Many endemic species are confined to forest fragments that cover only 7 percent of the original extent of the hotspot. This includes over 6,000 plant species and many birds species such as the Cebu flowerpecker, the Philippine cockatoo, the Visayan wrinkled hornbill, and the enormous Philippine eagle. Amphibian endemism is also unusually high and boosts unique species like the panther flying frog. The Philippines is also one of the most endangered areas. Historically logged for timber products, today, the forests are also being cleared for farming needs and for developments to accommodate the nations growing population. From Conservation International.

Spectacular Philippine bird photos - captive, wild, endemics, by location ...

Philippine birding facts and resources by the Fat Birder.

Expert guided birding tours to Asian countries including the Philippines. Join us on a tour and you’ll get: top-quality holidays; friendly & experienced leaders; excellent itineraries & trip logistics; comfortable high quality accommodations; all inclusive competitive tour prices; small groups - size limit 6; finest birding in Asia!

With 7,107 islands and 600+ bird species to choose from, the Philippines is one of the best birding destinations in the world! Several species of hornbills, numerous kinds of parrots and woodpeckers, the endemic family of rhabdornises and many other beautiful and unique birds await you.

Philippines birding contacts and birdwatching information.

Philippine wild birds from Webshots (by delia and chuck)

Birdtour Asia are specialists in Asian birding tours, offering organised and tailor-made travel throughout the region. Our tours are planned to optimise the birding opportunities at each site visited concentrating on the most enigmatic, localised and hard to find species. By allowing time for comprehensive coverage we will give ourselves the best realistic chance of locating these speciality birds of the region.

The official website of the Wild Bird Club of the Philippines. This is a most amazing website about birds in the Philippines. You will feel proud of the variety of species sighted, but sad at the same time because of the dwindling environment that these birds have.

birdtours.co.uk trip reports of bird watching available for the Philippines since 1996.

Because of Polillo's conservation importance, a full-time wildlife warden or 'Ecology Steward', Vicente 'Enteng' Yngente, the first in the Philippines, was employed in 1997 under the auspices of the PESP devised by Fauna and Flora International and local wildlife biologists, with sponsorship assistance from the North of England Zoological Society and other international conservation agencies. Levels of hunting and deforestation have undoubtedly been reduced and local public awareness of and interest in conservation of the islands wildlife and forests have greatly increased due to his efforts. Without the establishment of the PESP, and the hardwork, dedication and expertise of Enteng, this project would not have been possible. The species guide (amphibians, birds, mammals, and reptiles) is outstanding.

The Candaba Wetlands has something for everyone- hundred species of migratory birds, great Kapampangan cuisine, organic produce straight from the source, and a scenic cruise alongside one of the country’s main waterways.

Filipino bird enthusiasts pooling their photographs of Philippine birds in Flickr

Valkyrie is a photographer from Cebu who specializes in Philippine birds. This is his portfolio in Flickr.

freeformula is male and taken and has beautiful photographs of Philippine birds, Palawan, churches and more.

Pinoy Flickrer of the Day for April 21, 2007

Awesome birds of the Philippines pictures!

Pinoy Flickrer of the Day, September 18, 2007

Article on Domingo Tadena, captive breeder of Philippine eagles.

Romy Ocon's birds of the Philippines gallery. Possibly the largest collection ever of Philippine wild birds photographed in their natural habitat by an individual photographer. Be awed.

Tina Mallari's portfolio in smugmug including 180 galleries of Philippine birds.

Supeb bird photographer. See a guaiabero's nesting progress!

Pinoy Flickrer of the Day for February 15, 2007

UK-based organization that strives to protect endangered Asian birds - there are articles pertaining to the Philippines - Bedford, UK.

This database has been created by the Oriental Bird Club (OBC) to bring together photographs of as many bird species from the Oriental Region as possible. We hope this will provide both a useful tool for researchers and a splendid collection of photographs for anyone to browse.

The net's premier forum on Philippine Bird Photography. Administered by the great Romy Ocon.