Philippine Pines

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Pine forest is a geographically restricted habitat that adds significantly to the overall diversity in the Philippines.

Climate is largely responsible for shaping the four widespread and several restricted types of habitats that originally occurred in the Philippines. Scroll down to learn about the different types of habitat, or jump to specific habitats using the links on the right.

 

Two species of pines occur in mountainous regions of Luzon and Mindoro, prospering in areas where fires have killed other species of trees.
Two species of pines occur in mountainous regions of Luzon and Mindoro, prospering in areas where fires have killed other species of trees.