Technology and livelihood education quarter 3 Exploring fish Species in the Philippines

1. Exploring Fish
Species in the
Philippines

2. Introduction to Philippine Fish Diversity
● The Philippines is part of
the Coral Triangle, a
global center of marine
biodiversity
● Over 2,000 species of
fish inhabit Philippine
waters
● Why do you think the
Philippines has such rich
marine life?

3. Coral Reef Fish
● Clownfish: Famous for their
symbiotic relationship with
sea anemones
● Butterflyfish: Known for their
vibrant colors and patterns
● Parrotfish: Help maintain
coral reefs by eating algae
● Can you name other fish
species commonly found in
coral reefs?

4. Pelagic Fish
● Tuna: Various species including yellowfin
and skipjack
● Mackerel: Fast-swimming predators
● Mahi-mahi: Also known as dorado, prized
for sport fishing
● Why are these fish important for the
Philippine economy?

5. Reef Predators
● Groupers: Large, slow-
moving ambush predators
● Snappers: Important for both
commercial and recreational
fishing
● Barracuda: Known for their
fearsome appearance and
sharp teeth
● How do these predators help
maintain the balance in reef
ecosystems?

6. Unique Philippine Fish
● Sinarapan: One of the
smallest edible fish in the
world
● Maliputo: Endemic to Taal
Lake, adapts to both fresh
and saltwater
● Mameng: Large wrasse found
in deeper waters
● What challenges might these
unique species face?

7. Colorful Reef Dwellers
● Mandarin Fish: Known for their psychedelic colors
● Angelfish: Various species with vibrant patterns
● Anthias: Small, colorful fish often seen in large
schools
● How do bright colors benefit some fish and put others
at risk?

8. Bottom-Dwelling Fish
● Gobies: Small fish that often
live in symbiosis with shrimp
● Blennies: Known for their
comical expressions and
behavior
● Flatfish: Masters of
camouflage on the sea floor
● Why is camouflage
important for these bottom-
dwelling species?

9. Endangered Species
● Napoleon Wrasse:
Threatened by overfishing
● Seahorses: Various species
at risk due to habitat loss
● Giant Grouper: Vulnerable to
overfishing due to slow
growth
● What actions can be taken to
protect these endangered
species?

10. Freshwater Fish
● Tilapia: Important for aquaculture and food
security
● Milkfish (Bangus): National fish of the
Philippines
● Catfish (Hito): Common in rivers and fish farms
● How do freshwater fish contribute to the
Philippine diet?

11. Eels and Morays
● Moray Eels: Fierce predators
that hide in reef crevices
● Garden Eels: Colony-
forming eels that stand up
from the sea floor
● Conger Eels: Large eels
found in deeper waters
● Why do you think eels have
such unique body shapes?

12. Sharks in Philippine Waters
● Thresher Sharks: Known for
their long, whip-like tails
● Whale Sharks: Gentle giants
that feed on plankton
● Blacktip Reef Sharks:
Common in shallow coral
reefs
● How do sharks help
maintain healthy marine
ecosystems?

13. Cephalopods
● Cuttlefish: Masters of camouflage and color
change
● Octopuses: Highly intelligent with problem-
solving abilities
● Squid: Fast-swimming predators often found
in schools
● How do these animals differ from fish, and
why are they included in this presentation?

14. Rays and Skates
● Manta Rays: Giant filter feeders
that can be seen at cleaning
stations
● Stingrays: Bottom-dwelling rays
with venomous stingers
● Blue-spotted Ribbontail Ray: A
beautiful species found on coral
reefs
● How are rays and skates
different from other fish?

15. Unusual Fish Adaptations
● Lionfish: Venomous spines
for defense
● Pufferfish: Ability to inflate
their bodies when
threatened
● Flying Fish: Can glide
above the water's surface
● Can you think of other
unusual adaptations fish
might have?

16. Fish in Philippine Culture
● Fish as a staple food in Filipino cuisine
● Fishing traditions and techniques passed down
through generations
● Myths and legends about fish in Philippine
folklore
● How has the importance of fish shaped Philippine
culture?

17. Conservation Efforts
● Establishment of Marine
Protected Areas (MPAs)
● Sustainable fishing
practices and regulations
● Community-based
conservation initiatives
● What can you do to help
protect fish species in
the Philippines?

18. Climate Change and Fish
● Impact of rising sea
temperatures on fish habitats
● Changes in fish distribution
and migration patterns
● Coral bleaching and its effect
on reef fish populations
● How might climate change
affect the future of Philippine
fish species?

19. Fish Farming in the Philippines
● Importance of aquaculture for food security
● Common farmed species: milkfish, tilapia, shrimp
● Challenges and environmental concerns of fish
farming
● How can fish farming be made more sustainable?

20. The Future of Philippine Fish
● Ongoing research and
discoveries of new species
● Importance of education
and awareness for
conservation
● Balancing human needs
with ecosystem protection
● What role will you play in
protecting the diverse fish
species of the Philippines?

21. Bioluminescent Fish
● Some deep-sea fish
produce their own light
● Lanternfish have light-
producing organs called
photophores
● Flashlight fish use
bioluminescent bacteria
under their eyes
● Why do you think these fish
evolved to produce light?

22. Cleaner Fish
● Cleaner wrasses and some
butterfly fish species clean other
fish
● They remove parasites, dead
skin, and debris from larger fish
● Cleaning stations are important
reef locations
● How does this relationship
benefit both the cleaner and the
cleaned fish?

23. Venomous Fish
● Some fish use venom for defense, like the
stonefish and lionfish
● Stonefish are masters of camouflage with
potent venom
● Lionfish have beautiful but venomous spines
● Why might these fish have developed such
strong venom?

24. Schooling Behavior
● Many fish species form large
schools for protection
● Common schooling fish
include sardines, anchovies,
and jack fish
● Schools can have complex
shapes and movements
● How does schooling help
protect individual fish?

25. Mudskippers
● Mudskippers are amphibious
fish found in mangrove areas
● They can breathe air and
spend time on land
● Their fins are adapted for
"walking" on mud
● What challenges do you think
mudskippers face living
between land and water?

26. Coral-Eating Fish
● Some fish, like certain parrotfish species, eat
coral
● Crown-of-thorns starfish (not a fish) are notorious
coral predators
● These animals play a role in reef ecology, but
can be destructive in large numbers
● How might coral-eating species affect reef
health?

27. Fish Migration
● Many fish species
migrate long distances
● Tuna can travel
thousands of kilometers
across oceans
● Some fish migrate to
spawn or find food
● What challenges do you
think migratory fish face?

28. Cryptic Fish
● Some fish are masters of
disguise
● Leaf scorpionfish look
like floating leaves
● Ghost pipefish blend in
with seagrass or coral
● How does camouflage
help these fish survive?

29. Fish in Philippine Mythology
● Fish play important roles in Philippine myths and
legends
● The Bakunawa is a sea serpent believed to
cause eclipses
● Some stories tell of magical fish granting wishes
● Can you think of any fish-related stories from
your own culture?

30. Citizen Science and Fish
Conservation
● You can help protect fish by
participating in citizen
science
● Reef Check Philippines trains
volunteers to monitor coral
reefs
● iNaturalist app lets you report
fish sightings
● How else could you get
involved in fish conservation?

31. Question 1: Coral Triangle
● The Philippines is part of an
area known as the Coral
Triangle
● This region is considered a
global center of marine
biodiversity
● Approximately how many fish
species inhabit Philippine
waters?
● a) 500
● b) 1,000

32. Question 2: Coral Reef Fish
● Which fish is famous for its
symbiotic relationship with
sea anemones?
● a) Butterflyfish
● b) Clownfish
● c) Parrotfish
● d) Grouper
● Can you explain what
"symbiotic relationship"
means?

33. Question 3: Pelagic Fish
● These fish are important for the Philippine
economy:
● a) Tuna
● b) Mackerel
● c) Mahi-mahi
● d) All of the above
● Why do you think these fish are economically
important?

34. Question 4: Unique Philippine Fish
● Which of these is known
as one of the smallest
edible fish in the world?
● a) Maliputo
● b) Mameng
● c) Sinarapan
● d) Tilapia
● Why might very small fish
be challenging to catch
and eat?

35. Question 5: Endangered Species
● Which of these Philippine fish species is NOT
considered endangered?
● a) Napoleon Wrasse
● b) Seahorses
● c) Giant Grouper
● d) Clownfish
● What factors contribute to a fish species becoming
endangered?

36. Question 6: Freshwater Fish
● What is the national fish of
the Philippines?
● a) Tilapia
● b) Milkfish (Bangus)
● c) Catfish (Hito)
● d) Carp
● Why do you think this fish
was chosen as the national
fish?

37. Question 7: Sharks in Philippine
Waters
● Which shark is known for its gentle nature and
plankton diet?
● a) Thresher Shark
● b) Blacktip Reef Shark
● c) Great White Shark
● d) Whale Shark
● How does this shark's diet differ from what people
typically think about sharks?

38. Question 8: Unusual Fish Adaptations
● Which fish can inflate its
body when threatened?
● a) Lionfish
● b) Flying Fish
● c) Pufferfish
● d) Moray Eel
● What other defense
mechanisms do fish
use?

39. Question 9: Climate Change and Fish
● How does climate change affect fish in the Philippines?
● a) Rising sea temperatures
● b) Changes in fish migration patterns
● c) Coral bleaching
● d) All of the above
● Can you think of ways to help reduce the impact of climate
change on marine life?

40. Question 10: Fish Conservation
● Which of these is NOT a method for fish conservation in
the Philippines?
● a) Establishing Marine Protected Areas
● b) Implementing sustainable fishing practices
● c) Encouraging the use of dynamite fishing
● d) Community-based conservation initiatives
● Why do you think the incorrect answer is harmful to fish
populations?

41. ANSWER KEYS
● 1.B
● 2.B
● 3.D
● 4.C
● 5.D
● 6.B
● 7.D
● 8.C
● 9.D
● 10.C