The University of Antique participated in the Biodiversity Talk organized by the the Local Government Unit of Sebaste through its Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office, in partnership with the Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer (OPENRO) and Conservation International, at Brgy. Poblacion, Sebaste, Antique, today, August 6, 2026.

The activity forms part of the Province of Antique’s continuing efforts to raise awareness of the biological, ecological, and cultural significance of the Dulungan, Antique’s Provincial Bird, while promoting its conservation and protection.

The Dulungan was declared the Provincial Bird of Antique through Provincial Ordinance No. 2000-04. To further strengthen conservation initiatives, Provincial Ordinance No. 2020-08 designated the month of August as Dulungan Month, encouraging greater public awareness and participation in safeguarding one of the province’s most treasured endemic species.

Representing the academe were Dr. Jennel B. Orantes, Dr. Dolorosa M. Pajarillo, Dr. Rose Mae U. Mena, Ms. Liezel D. Lumogdang, and Mrs. Saredith C. Sola, reflecting UA’s steadfast commitment to biodiversity conservation and its continuing efforts to increase public understanding and support the preservation of the endangered Dulungan.

Dr. Godelyn G. Hisole, UA President, through Dr. Pajarillo, also conveyed her message of support, reaffirming the academe’s commitment in nurturing a generation that does not simply admire nature but also takes an active role in protecting it.

“…the greatest legacy we can leave is not just a better world for ourselves, but a living, thriving planet for those who will come after us,” she added as she expressed her hope that may the talk not only raise awareness but also inspire action.