Palawan Taxonomic Guild -PTG

05/03/2026

More photos during the Students' Research Clearance and permitting seminar last February 13, 2026.

04/03/2026

What a thrill!!! 🎉

Students' Research Clearance and permitting seminar may have ended, but your research journey continues. May the knowledge you gained today guide you in your work for the future.

Thank you so much to the following:

To the guest speakers: Ms. Loribelle Q. Libao (College of Sciences Research Coordinator), Ms. Alexes Mae C. Diaz (University Research and Creative Works Office Staff/Statistician) Ms. Cheah Mae S. Manlavi (University Research Ethics Review Committee Staff), Mark D. Española (Palawan Council for Sustainable Development - Research Specialist), Ms. Ma. Leonora S. Marquez (Copyright Specialist, University Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Office), Atty. Edmond Jones Q. Gastanes (Provincial Legal Office- National Commission on Indigenous People - Palawan);

To the College of Sciences' Dean, Dr. Ronald Edilberto A. Ona;

To the Thesis Instructors/Professors and Program Heads: Mr. Ariel O. Badelles, Mr. Jandi G. Panolino, Ms. Loribelle Q. Libao, Ms. Lea M. Camangeg, and Ms. Monica Joyce S. Sespeñe of BS in Biology major in Medical Biology, Mr. John Vincent C. Colili and Ms. Jean Marie L. Diego of BS in Environmental Science, and Dr. Floredel D. Galon and Ms. Renalyn O. Seguerra of BS in Marine Biology;

To the host, Mr. Marco Jacob Asuque (BS in Biology student);

To the organization advisers, Ms. Abrila M. Langbao, Ms. Lea M. Camangeg (GPPG Advisers), Ms. Jean Marie L. Diego, and Prof. Julie B. Arquero (PTG Advisers); and

To the dedicated organizers, & to the student researchers who made this event possible.

We look forward to the success and impact your research will bring to society. Thank you all for being with us!

04/03/2026

𝐈𝐓'𝐒 𝐀 𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏!!!

The Palawan Taxonomic Guild (PTG) successfully concluded the event— recruitment day 2026.

Last March 2, 2026 was a day of preaching conservation and sharing our passion for the incredible flora and fauna of the Philippines, especially here in Palawan. 🐾🌱

The Palawan Taxonomic Guild opened its doors, and young environmental enthusiasts answered the call. It was a day when we met different students with a common love for biodiversity, shared commitment to protect it, and were ready to turn their love for nature into impact.

Because here in PTG, passion becomes purpose. Knowledge becomes advocacy. And students become protectors of nature. 💚

04/03/2026

Today, the 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 (𝐁𝐑) celebrates one of the most important events of the year—World Wildlife Day! The theme for 2026 is “𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬.”

Did you know? The PCSD is the main implementer of RA 9147 (Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act) in the Province of Palawan. That is why, today, the PCSDS is hosting an activity to raise awareness about the importance and traditional use of wild medicinal and aromatic plants.

During the activity, participants will also learn about sustainable agricultural practices and take more active roles in conservation initiatives that contribute to the ecological balance on which wildlife species rely to survive and thrive.

Join us in the fight to

02/03/2026

THE GUILD CALLS ONCE MORE!

Palawan Taxonomic Guild is opening its doors once again!!!
Is your passion about the flora, fauna, & everything nature has to offer? 🐾🌿
Here in PTG we are dedicated to promote the protection and conservation of Palawan's rich biodiversity through education, campaigns, and actions.

👉 Organising learning opportunities through seminars
👉 Promoting awareness about the environment
👉 Inspiring others to be responsible protectors of nature

Let your passion thrive. Let your knowledge turn into something meaningful.
Join us as we act towards a brighter future!

Follow the application guidelines and join the guild today!

Caption by: Mr. Rigel Sagrado

02/03/2026

22/02/2026

REPOST
Palawan State University is the host for this year’s celebration on the World Pangolin Day 2026 this coming February 27, 2026 at the Palawan State University Gymnasium from 12:30pm to 5:00 pm.
This aligns with the global celebration held every 3rd Saturday of February. This event puts the spotlight on the Philippine-endemic pangolin species Manis culionensis (ITALICIZE SPECIES NAME), organized by the Subcommittee on Pangolin Conservation and Management (SPCM) under the PCSDS Environment and Natural Resources Committee.

In support of the World Pangolin Day, the other member institutions of the Committee namely, Western Philippines University (WPU), Holy Trinity University (HTU), Conservation International Philippines (CI PH), DENR, City ENRO, Environmental Legal Assistance Center (ELAC), Katala Foundation Incorporated (KFI) and its secretariat the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Staff (PCSDS) are also launching several activities connected to the celebration.

There are Reel Making Competition hosted by WPU, Cosplay hosted by PalawanSU, Digital Arts hosted by CI PH, Spoken Poetry hosted by PCSDS & KFI, and Quiz Bee hosted by KFI.

LINKS:

Quizbee - https://surl.li/eskaaq
Spoken Poetry - https://forms.gle/hK7rrCe8HeDWhEABA
Digital Arts - https://forms.gle/GRMBJb7JyuSxEwSu6
Cosplay - https://forms.gle/vCAmaCjRxKovBe4k7
Reel-making - https://forms.gle/zKNmPiWE2krirrvt8

Happy Pangolin Day!

22/02/2026

World Pangolin Day Celebration @ PalawanSU Gymnasium of February 28 (Friday) 12:30 NN - 5:00 PM.

See you there!

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 (𝗕𝗥) 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆! We invite you to a special event dedicated to honoring this remarkable species.

On February 27th, the PCSDS and its partners will come together at the Palawan State University Gymnasium, Main Campus, to spotlight the unique Palawan pangolin. Everyone is welcome! This event offers a fantastic opportunity to learn more about this endemic species and the critical need for its protection and preservation.

This vital gathering is organized by the 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗦𝗣𝗖𝗠), 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗖𝗦𝗗 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 committed to the conservation and management of the Palawan pangolin.

Help us spread the word and be part of the movement — become one of the !

Happy World Pangolin Day!

13/02/2026

D-DAY HAS ARRIVED!

Having a hard time with your research? Perhaps a guide is what you need! Students Research Clearance and Permitting is the perfect seminar to support you on your journey. It's not every day that opportunities like this comes along. Don't miss out!

Registration starts at 8:00AM.

12/02/2026

Tomorrow's the day!

Students Research Clearance and Permitting is an important step for students preparing to conduct their research. Don't miss the opportunity to keep your research on track.

🕗 8:00AM - 5:00PM
📍PSU Amphitheater

See you there!

07/02/2026