RETICULATED PYTHON CAPTURED

An 11-foot reticulated python (Malayopython reticulatus) was captured and turned-over to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Provincial ENRO (DENR-PENRO) – Negros Occidental by Reniel Turno and Jonel Mosni, both residents of Purok Sampaguita, Brgy. Singcang Airport in Bacolod City. The reticulated python is classified as other threatened species under the Department Administrative Order (DAO) 2019-09 otherwise known as “Updated National List of Threatened Philippine Fauna and their categories is under threat from adverse factors such as over collection throughout its range and destruction of their habitats. One of DENR’s priority programs, enhanced biodiversity conservation focuses not only on preserving natural habitats like watersheds, wildlife sanctuaries and mangrove habitats but also preserving the diversity of species.* (MTRP September 13, 2022)