Some of the most endangered species in the Philippines can be found in the Bayawan Nature Reserve, which is located in the lush forests of Barangay Nangka, Bayawan City, Negros Oriental. The Talarak Foundation works with the Bayawan City Government to preserve this secondary lowland forest which covers an area of about 300 hectares.
A Sanctuary For Endangered Species
The reserve plays a pivotal role in the conservation of the critically endangered Visayan warty pig among other species. Since 2020, 22 Visayan warty pigs and 39 Visayan spotted deer have been reintroduced into the reserve with reports of successful births in the wild indicating positive adaptation.
Ecological Research and Education
Beyond conservation, the reserve serves as a hub for ecological research and environmental education. Collaborations with various organizations aim to study the behavior and habitat preferences of native species ensuring informed conservation strategies for the future.
How To Get There?
Location: Barangay Nangka, Bayawan City, Negros Oriental, Visayas, Philippines
- By Car: From Dumaguete City, drive south along the national highway toward Bayawan City. Travel time usually takes about 3 to 4 hours. Once in Bayawan, head towards Barangay Nangka and follow local signage or use navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze leading to Sitio Danapa where the Bayawan Nature Reserve is located. Parking is available near the entrance area.
- By Commute: From Dumaguete City, take a Ceres bus bound for Bayawan. Upon arriving at Bayawan City proper, ride a tricycle or habal-habal going to Barangay Nangka and Sitio Danapa. The ride takes about 20 to 30 minutes depending on road conditions bringing you directly to the Bayawan Nature Reserve.
