Marine and rainforest biodiversity management: the way of the Aurora Dumagat [Philippines]
1997
Serrano, R.C. | Calderon, N. | Ebenga, G. (Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development, Los Banos, Laguna (Philippines))
The indigenous systems and practices (IRSP) on biodiversity conservation and management of the Aurora Dumagat reflects a harmonious co-existence between the tribe and their environment. Nestled between the rough terrain of the Siera Madre Mountain Range and the angry coast of the Pacific Ocean, the community has, through the years been sustainably nourished by the neighboring rainforest and marine ecosystems while they themselves responsibly took care of mother nature. Their management and stewardship of the two adjoining ecosystems is founded on their on-depth understing of its intricate structure and function and respects of its season. During the amihan season (summer season from January to April) they frequent and gather their food from the friendly seas while allowing the wild animals and other food plants to reproduce and replenish the forest. When the sea grow rough during the habagat season (or rainy months from May to August), they return to the forest to tend their swidden and hunt while allowing the marine fishes to lay eggs and multiply for the next fishing season. The Aurora Dumagat's responsible stewardship stem from their recognition of the forest and the seacoast as their habitat and life support system. They have expert knowledge of the different species therein specially those valued for food, medicine, wood for their salong (hut) and fishing banca and other related amenities. They employ farming, hunting, and fishing techniques that are environment-friendly and extract just enough for their needs. Their traditional practice of respecting the spirits and sharing nature's bounty with each bounty are cue to their sustainable biodiversity management
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