The ASEAN region is experiencing environmental challenges as wetlands and peatlands that once functioned as natural carbon sinks are increasingly becoming sources of greenhouse gas emissions. About 80 per cent of these ecosystems have been damaged by human activities such as logging, draining, and land conversion for agriculture. The absence of a unified and coordinated management strategy risks undermining carbon reduction targets and threatens ecosystem services such as water regulation...
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This video highlights the ecological, social, and climate-related significance of Agusan Marsh as a major wetland ecosystem in the ASEAN region. It explains the role of the marsh as a biodiversity hotspot that supports migratory bird populations originating from Northeast Asia, providing critical habitats for feeding and breeding. The marsh is also described as a natural flood regulation system within the Agusan River Basin, functioning as a catchment that absorbs excess water and reduces...
This video provides key insights into migratory bird dynamics and conservation efforts across the ASEAN region, particularly within the East Asian–Australasian Flyway. It explains how millions of migratory birds travel seasonally between northern breeding areas and southern wintering grounds, with around 50 million individuals passing through ASEAN each year. The presence of waterbirds is highlighted as an indicator of wetland ecosystem health, reflecting the availability of food resources...
The Balai Kliring Keanekaragaman Hayati Indonesia (BKKHI), or Indonesia Biodiversity Clearing-House Mechanism, is the national information portal established to facilitate the exchange of biodiversity data and information in support of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) implementation. The platform was formally established through Ministerial Decree Number SK. 755/Menlhk/KSDAE/KUM.0/9/2016 dated 23 September 2016, with the Secretariat positioned under the Directorate of Information...
The Kebijakan Satu Peta (KSP), or One Map Policy, is a national geospatial policy framework of Indonesia that mandates the integration of all government maps into a unified system based on one reference, one standard, one database, and one geoportal. The policy was first initiated under President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in December 2010 and formally enacted through Presidential Regulation (Perpres) Number 9 of 2016 on the Acceleration of One Map Policy Implementation at Map Scale 1:50,000...
Burungnesia is Indonesia's largest citizen science application for bird observation and distribution mapping, developed by Birdpacker Indonesia. Launched in 2016, the mobile application enables bird-watchers across the Indonesian archipelago to record, store, and manage field observation data, contributing to a centralized national database on avian biodiversity. The platform serves as a critical tool for researchers, academics, students, and government agencies, with the Ministry of...
Kupunesia is a citizen science mobile application developed for the identification and recording of butterflies across Indonesia, available for free on the Google Play Store since 1 November 2022. The name derives from ""kupu-kupu"" (butterfly in Indonesian) and ""-nesia"" (Indonesia), following the naming convention of its predecessor Burungnesia. The application was developed to address data gaps in butterfly research caused by limited research personnel capacity, budget constraints, and...
The Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) is a regional citizen science programme and integral component of the global International Waterbird Census (IWC) coordinated by Wetlands International. Initiated in 1987 in the Indian subcontinent, the census has expanded to cover the entire East Asian-Australasian Flyway and a large part of the Central Asian Flyway, from Afghanistan eastwards to Japan, Southeast Asia, and Australasia. The programme monitors waterbird populations and wetland conditions...
The Malaysia Biodiversity Information System (MyBIS) is the national clearing-house mechanism and centralized biodiversity data platform established to support biodiversity conservation, monitoring, and policy decision-making in Malaysia. Developed and managed by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN), MyBIS facilitates access to biodiversity-related information including species data, protected areas, ecosystems, and conservation initiatives. The system serves as an...
The National Parks Board (NParks) website is the official online platform providing comprehensive information on biodiversity conservation, urban greenery, and ecosystem management in Singapore. Managed by NParks under the Ministry of National Development, the website serves as a central hub for policies, programmes, research initiatives, and public resources related to nature conservation and sustainable urban development. The platform provides access to information on protected areas...
The Thailand Biodiversity Clearing-House Mechanism (TH-CHM) is the national platform established to facilitate the collection, management, and dissemination of biodiversity-related data and information in Thailand. Managed by the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP), the TH-CHM supports the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) by enabling information exchange among stakeholders at national and international levels. The platform...
The Philippines Clearing-House Mechanism (PhilCHM) is the national platform designed to facilitate the exchange, management, and dissemination of biodiversity-related information in the Philippines. Led by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through the Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB), the PhilCHM supports the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) by strengthening information sharing among stakeholders at national, regional, and global...
The Biodiversity Monitoring System (BMS) Manual for Protected Areas is a standardized monitoring methodology developed to improve information available for decision-makers in Philippine protected areas through the regular collection of data on natural biological resources and their utilization. The system was developed by the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in collaboration with NORDECO under the Technical Assistance...
The Biodiversity Assessment and Monitoring System (BAMS) for Terrestrial Ecosystems is a standardized methodology developed to provide Protected Area Superintendents and field implementers with science-based tools for assessing and monitoring terrestrial biodiversity in the Philippines. Issued through DENR Technical Bulletin No. 2016-05, BAMS was developed pursuant to Republic Act No. 7586 (NIPAS Act of 1992) and Republic Act No. 9147 (Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of...
The Protected Area Information System (PAIS) is the national online database platform developed by the Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to serve as the central repository of all data on biological resources, ecosystem services, and management activities across the 251 protected areas in the Philippines. The system provides Protected Area Superintendents with accurate, real-time data to support biodiversity management...
The Philippine Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs), Atlases, and Red List Assessments comprise a suite of knowledge products developed by the Biodiversity Management Bureau in collaboration with conservation NGOs to identify priority sites and species for biodiversity conservation in the Philippines. The KBA initiative, which began in 2006 with terrestrial sites and expanded to marine areas in 2009, has identified 228 KBAs covering both terrestrial and marine ecosystems using criteria based on...
The LAWIN Forest and Biodiversity Protection System is a data-driven forest protection platform that integrates science-based assessment, user-friendly technology, and innovative monitoring tools to track the status of forests and biodiversity in the Philippines. Officially launched on March 10, 2016 at Fuyot Spring National Park, Isabela, through a partnership between DENR and USAID's B+WISER Program, LAWIN systematizes patrolling and monitoring using CyberTracker and SMART (Spatial...
The Indigenous Peoples' Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (IPBSAP) is a groundbreaking document formulated by and for Philippine indigenous peoples, representing the first-ever indigenous-led biodiversity strategy globally. The IPBSAP was developed through a consultative process beginning in November 2023, including National Roundtable Discussions, inter-regional consultations, and a writeshop in Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya in July 2024, with participation from over 50 delegates representing...
Flora & Fauna Web is Singapore's user-friendly one-stop information portal developed by the National Parks Board (NParks) that allows users to search for comprehensive information on plants grown in the region and animals found in Singapore. The platform caters to the growing horticultural interest and wildlife awareness among Singaporeans, providing detailed species profiles, identification guides, and ecological information. The database serves as a key reference resource for researchers...
Thailand Biodiversity Information Facility (TH‑BIF) is a national platform for integrating biodiversity data across Thailand, connecting datasets from multiple agencies and supporting public access, research, conservation planning, and policy development. It includes data on species, ecosystems, and spatial information and enables biodiversity monitoring and analysis.