I ♥ BOHOL
TARSIER CONSERVATION
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I ♥ BOHOL
TARSIER CONSERVATION
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Bohol | Loboc Tarsier Conservation Center
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Your Bohol experience will not be complete if you don’t visit the tarsier sanctuaries in Bohol. Tarsiers are one of the smallest primates found in several areas in Southeast Asia, most of which are in Bohol. There are two sanctuaries that you can visit – one in Corella and one in Loboc. I’ve read online that the one in Corella is the official sanctuary and the only one successful in restoring tarsier population. There are only a few tarsiers left in the world and most sanctuaries have never had any success in breeding them in captivity. The major disadvantage is that the one in Corella is not along the usual countryside tour route so most of the tour operators take their guests to the Loboc sanctuary, which is located along the way to the Chocolate Hills coming from Loboc Floating Restaurant or Loboc Church. It’s just conveniently located right after the Bilar Man-Made Forest. The one in Corella, on the other hand, is located along Corella-Sikatuna-Loboc Road which is against the way if you are going to the Chocolate Hills. From Loboc Church, it is approximately 14.2 kilometers or about 20-30 minutes away. If you are planning to head to the Chocolate Hills right after, you have to take the same route back to Loboc Church then left turn towards Loay Interior Road. However, if you have a choice and have the luxury of time, I would suggest that you visit the one in Corella as this is the official conservation site. You can visit their website for more information at Philippine Tarsier Foundation, Inc. Here are some things that you need to keep in mind when visiting these sanctuaries:
You can also find this "I Love Bohol" signage in the Loboc Tarsier Sanctuary, which a lot of people take photos. It can get a little bit crowded but if you go on a working weekday and early morning, the crowd should be less. |
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