Over 8,000 Endangered Fruit Bats Found in Aurora Forests, Highlighting Protection Needs
Over 8,000 endangered fruit bats have been recorded at a roosting site in Aurora Memorial National Park, Sierra Madre mountain range. This discovery underscores the critical importance of protecting the park's forest habitats, as these bats also contribute to natural forest regeneration.
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