Batangas province in the Philippines has distinct wet and dry seasons. During the wet season from May to October, rainfall can reach 1.5 to 2.5 meters. The local wildlife includes flying foxes, fruit bats, marine turtles, sea slugs, and carnivorous bladderwort plants. Flying foxes have small ears and large eyes resembling a fox. Fruit bats hang upside down to rest and use their wings to keep cool. Marine turtles can hold their breath for long periods and rapidly intake air when surfacing. Knowing the local biomes and organisms is important for the document's author's course, as it provides information on ingredients available for use.