Hydro firm builds nests for birds

To strengthen the campaign in protecting the environment, Hedcor fabricated and installed man-made birds’ nests and bird houses in Sta. Cruz, Davao del
Sur through the company’s Birds’ Microhabitat Restoration Project.
Together  with  the  students  of Tudaya Elementary School, Tudaya National High School and Tibolo Elementary School, Hedcor successfully installed the man-made  habitats m in  the  backyards of these schools in support with the Hedcor’s  Biodiversity Enhancement Program. It will aid in the availability of suitable nesting sites for all birds.
The  program  aims  to educate students about biodiversity conservation and inculcate  in  them  love  for  nature.  The  students  will  serve  as the stewardess of these habitats. They will be the ones watching and monitoring the  progress  of  these habitats. Students are required to list down their
observations.
Dr.  Roberto  “Bo”  Puentespina,  Jr.,  a well known veterinarian in Davao, joined  Hedcor’s program as he showcased his talented birds to the students and  teachers  for  them  to a preciate the importance of biodiversity. The short program was conducted before the installation of the bird’s nests.
“As an animal advocate, I’m excited for this project. This is a big help to increase  bird  species  in our area and also a good avenue for information dissemination to the community”, said Puentespina.
To  indigenous  communities,  some biological resources or sites are sacred and  a  source  of cultural identity. The establishment of birds’ nests and bird houses is seen as a meaningful activity as Mt. Apo Natural Park is the house of the national bird, the Philippine Eagle.