Crocodile rescue and giant lapu-lapu on this Sunday's 'Born to be Wild'

BORN TO BE WILD

June 14, 2015 lineup

 

In Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Doc Nielsen Donato meets “Anding”, a nine-foot saltwater crocodile that has been in captivity as a family pet for 40 years. Doc Nielsen assists the local DENR in the recovery of the animal, which has been surrendered to the authorities.  But “Anding” is not Doc Nielsen’s only patient; another croc—this time, a critically endangered Philippine freshwater crocodile—is waiting to be rescued.

 

Doc Ferds Recio explores the rich seas of Palawan and finds himself swimming alongside a huge lapu-lapu fish. Doc Ferds meets researchers at the Centre for Sustainability to learn more about their efforts to save fish species like the lapu-lapu. In Palawan and elsewhere in the country, experts have warned that the huge demand on fish products is putting more and more pressure on the oceans. The Centre for Sustainability hopes that hatcheries like this one in Palawan can provide an alternative fish source and lessen the impact of overfishing on the seas.

 

Don’t miss this Sunday’s episode of Born to be Wild, right after AHA!