Each June, Filipinos across the country celebrate Philippine Eagle Week—a nationwide observance dedicated to protecting the country’s national bird and the forests it calls home. With the Philippine eagle now critically endangered, the annual celebration raises awareness, educates communities, and inspires environmental action.
What Happens During Philippine Eagle Week in the Philippines?
Celebrated every first week of June, Philippine Eagle Week is led by the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and local stakeholders. Events are held in different parts of the country, including educational exhibits, forest conservation workshops, art activities, and community-led campaigns.
Educational Events and Exhibits for All Ages
In Davao City, where the Philippine Eagle Center is located, hundreds of visitors took part in a three-day exhibit featuring eagle biology, conservation programs, and the role of forests in protecting biodiversity.
- Students joined workshops and guided tours
- Indigenous communities shared traditional knowledge about eagle habitats
- Cultural groups performed to celebrate the eagle’s symbolic value
These events help deepen public understanding of why preserving the eagle’s habitat also means protecting vital ecosystems for future generations.
Luzon Joins the Movement After Historic Eagle Sighting
In a major milestone, Philippine Eagle Week 2025 expanded to Luzon following a rare eagle sighting in the Central Sierra Madre. The event was hosted in Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, in partnership with a local mall to bring conservation efforts closer to communities in Northern Luzon.
Highlights included:
- A student art exhibit featuring eagle-inspired works
- Talks from environmental officers about forest health
- Family-friendly activities encouraging environmental stewardship
This was the first time PEW activities were held in Luzon, a powerful reminder that eagle conservation is a national effort—not just a Mindanao initiative.
Spotlight on Community and Indigenous Participation
Indigenous communities such as the Obu Manuvu tribe of Davao and Sumpaw Nang Magkatikadung Sang Maragusan were honored during the week for their vital role in preserving eagle habitats. These groups have led forest protection efforts and reported eagle sightings, proving that conservation is most effective when grounded in local knowledge.
Why Philippine Eagle Week Matters
Philippine Eagle Week is more than just a symbolic event. It sparks nationwide conversations about environmental responsibility, habitat loss, and wildlife protection. It reminds every Filipino that forest health, biodiversity, and national pride are deeply connected—and that saving the eagle also means saving our future.
To support the conservation of the Philippine eagle, join educational events, spread awareness, and support local and national forest protection efforts. Every action counts when it comes to saving our national bird.
