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Philippines: Island Treasures: Episode One

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Philippines Island Treasures: Episode One

07/04/2018 GMT

Episode One

Philippines: Island Treasures

BBC World News - Philippines: Island Treasures, Episode One

Mike Dilger and Rico Hizon head to the Philippines.

Nature fanatic Mike Dilger and BBC World News broadcaster Rico Hizon go in search of rich culture and rare wildlife in the Philippines.

Join nature fanatic Mike Dilger and BBC World News broadcaster Rico Hizon as they go in search of rich culture and rare wildlife in one of the greatest biodiversity hotspots in the world - the Philippines. On the beautiful island of Palawan, Mike discovers creatures living deep underground at the Puerto Princesa subterranean river; he meets a member of the ancient Batak tribe who shows him a precious tree resin; witnesses a magical firefly display in the mangroves, and helps a local conservation team who are trying to save the critically endangered Philippine cockatoo. Exploring Filipino culture, Rico takes Mike to meet some inspiring home-grown businesses and explains the Philippines's rich history through its intriguing language.

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Nature fanatic Mike Dilger and BBC World News broadcaster Rico Hizon go in search of rich culture and rare wildlife in the Philippines. 

Nature fanatic Mike Dilger and BBC World News broadcaster Rico Hizon go in search of rich culture and rare wildlife in one of the greatest biodiversity hotspots in the world - the Philippines.

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