Tarsier

The Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius syrichta), known locally as the Maumag in Cebuano/Visayan ) is very peculiar small nocturnal animal and is considered as one of the smallest known primates.  The tarsiers are found in the southeastern part of the archipelago, particularly in the islands of Bohol, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao.

These small beautiful creatures are part of the endangered animal list in the Philippines. The main cause of the reduction of tarsier’s population size is the destruction of its natural habitat. In fact, if no actions will be taken they might not last long  and will be part of the extinct species.