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DENR AO 2019-09 Threatened Philippine Fauna
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DENR AO 2019-09 Threatened Philippine Fauna
DENR AO 2019-09 Threatened Philippine Fauna
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1
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What is the purpose of DENR Administrative Order No. 2019-09?
Answer
To update the National List of Threatened Philippine Fauna and their categories.
2
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Which act authorizes the updating of the threatened species list under this order?
Answer
Republic Act No. 9147.
3
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What section defines terms like CITES and threatened species in this order?
Answer
Section 1.
4
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What does CITES Appendix I prohibit?
Answer
International trade in wild-taken specimens.
5
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What characterizes Appendix II according to this order?
Answer
Trade must be controlled to avoid extinction; permits required.
6
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When is international trade allowed for Appendix II species?
Answer
When regulated through permits/certificates.
7
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What is the criterion for Appendix III in CITES as per the document?
Answer
Trade cooperation needed; allowed with appropriate permits or certificates.
8
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How is the term 'Common name' defined in Section 1a?
Answer
Adopted or vernacular name widely used in the country.
9
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What does 'Other Wildlife Species' refer to?
Answer
Species not categorized as threatened.
10
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What is the primary taxonomic unit referred to as 'Species' in this order?
Answer
The smallest population permanently distinct and distinguishable from others.
11
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Define 'Threatened Species' as used in the order.
Answer
Species at risk of extinction; includes critically endangered, endangered, vulnerable, or similar categories.
12
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What is meant by 'Critically Endangered Species' in e.1?
Answer
Extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
13
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What happens if a critically endangered species population is rediscovered?
Answer
It is automatically categorized as critically endangered.
14
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How is 'Endangered Species' defined in e.2?
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Survival in the wild unlikely if causal factors continue.
15
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What characterizes 'Vulnerable Species' in e.3?
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Threatened but not yet endangered; likely to become endangered.
16
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Who can include a species as 'Other Threatened' according to e.4?
Answer
Secretary, on PRLC recommendation and NWMC endorsement.
17
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What is the broad meaning of 'Wildlife' in Section 1f?
Answer
Wild forms and varieties of flora and fauna at all life stages.
18
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What is the source of criteria used to determine threat level (Section 2)?
Answer
Best scientific and internationally accepted criteria.
19
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List three factors used to determine threatened status mentioned in Section 2.
Answer
Habitat destruction, over-utilization, and factors affecting existence.
20
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What does Section 2 include about population changes?
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Perceived/observed population size and area of occupancy reductions.
21
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What is meant by 'small population size' in Section 2?
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A small population that is restricted and continues to decline.
22
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What does the term 'CITES Appendix I' imply for international trade?
Answer
Trade is prohibited.
23
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What does Appendix II aim to prevent through trade regulation?
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Preventing species from becoming extinct due to trade.
24
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What language is mandated for all flashcards according to instructions?
Answer
English.
25
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What is Section 1's definition of Wildlife in relation to captivity?
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Includes wild forms in captivity or being bred/propagated.
26
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What is the significance of the NWMC in this document?
Answer
Endorses recommendations on threatened species management.
27
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Which term refers to species not in threatened categories but still at risk from adverse factors?
Answer
Other Threatened Species.
28
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What does Section 1d define?
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Species as the primary taxonomic unit.
29
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What does 'Section 1e' define?
Answer
Threatened Species and its subcategories.
30
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What is the purpose of the updated list according to the preamble?
Answer
For information, reference, and guidance to concerned parties.