🌟 Hey, nature lovers! Get ready to meet the pint-sized superstar of the rainforest: the Philippine tarsier! Standing only about 10 cm tall (that’s roughly the size of your smartphone!), these little primates pack some seriously big eyes that give them night-vision like no other.
📍 Found only in the Philippines, especially on Bohol Island (think Chocolate Hills and coconut groves), tarsiers are officially listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. The IUCN Red List is like a global scoreboard that shows which animals are at risk, and our tiny tarsier needs all the love it can get.
👀 Why so big-eyed? Tarsiers are nocturnal ninjas! Their oversized peepers help them spot insects and small critters in the dark—kind of like having a superpowered night mode on your phone camera.
🌿 To keep these cuties safe, the Philippines set up the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary in Bohol. This protected patch of rainforest is their personal home base, where conservationists patrol the forest, restore habitats, and welcome responsible visitors who want to learn and support.
🤝 As part of CGTN’s “APEC Stories” series leading up to the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju (October 31–November 1), we’re shining a spotlight on how APEC economies unite cultures and conservation. From tech collabs to wildlife protection, it’s all about teamwork—just like teaming up in your favorite esports squad!
✨ So next time you scroll through your feed, send some virtual hugs to these wide-eyed wonders and share the tarsier love. After all, protecting our planet is a team game, and every tiny step counts! 🌏❤️
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APEC Stories: Meet the Philippine tarsier, resident of the rainforest
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