FILIPINAS: Reino das Criaturas Ocultas [Documentário Completo]

in a corner of Southeast Asia surrounded by crystal clear waters and mountains covered by dense forests lies an archipelago made up of more than 7000 islands, the Spectacular Philippines, here the secrets of nature remain very well kept, hidden among the roots of twisted mangroves, underground caves and tropical forests that seem There will never be an end to a world of rare creatures that have defied the ages to survive from the agile Philippine Tarço with hypnotic eyes that shine in the dim light of the Philippine eagle that rips the Heavens as an ancestral guardian to the majestic whale shark that glides through the depths like a giant of the seas, each being bears the mark of adaptation in a world carved by the hands of God [Music] welcome to the Philippines kingdom of hidden creatures The Philippines they are an archipelago embraced to the west by the blue waters of the South China Sea and to the east by the vast and mysterious Pacific Ocean, it is here that the waves of the open Ocean touch Asia for the first time, becoming a crossing point for some of the busiest maritime routes on the [Music] planet with an extensive coastline full of natural features The Philippines is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the most seismically active regions on Earth, this archipelago is home to more than 20 active volcanoes and is located at the point where three enormous tectonic plates [Music] meet, the tropical forests of the Philippines are true temples of biodiversity as one of the richest systems on the planet the country is part of the select group of 17 Nations Mega-diverse that are home to around 70% of all species in the world [Music] high in the Trees flat the Philippine eagle a majestic symbol of hollowed wildlife known as the monkey-eating eagle this impressive predator is portrayed in legends as the guardian of ancient forests protecting the secrets of this Green kingdom, this National icon prints banknotes, stamps and even the country's emblem, symbolizing Independence and strength. Its history, however, dates back millions of years when it evolved in a unique way. adapting to the environment of the dense tropical forests of the Philippines, their populations are concentrated mainly on the islands of Luzon, Samar Leite and Mindanao, where primary forests still remain, it is in these refuges that they build their nests in tall trees about 30 m above the ground, protecting them by [Music] predators Philippine eagle is one of the most powerful birds of prey in the world it has exceptional vision capable of detecting movements up to 3 km away adapted to the challenging environment of these tropical forests it reigns at the top of the food chain their wings can exceed 2 m in span, surprisingly flexible, they allow these eagles to maneuver through narrow spaces, an impressive demonstration of adaptation to the environment [Music] their hunting strategy combines patience and precision, the eagle can remain motionless for hours in the highest branches, observing any movement with its piercing eyes before attacking at the perfect moment [Music] when locating an eagle on a merul at high speed, its claws, 10 cm long and sharp as blades, are lethal weapons capable of subdue prey such as lemurs and monkeys With a single [Music] blow Despite its grandeur, the history of the Philippine eagle also carries a tone of fragility, a population estimated at between 600 individuals This is one of the rarest birds of prey in the world, its primary forests that serve as a home are being rapidly destroyed by agricultural expansion and [Music] urbanization in the tropical forest a magical world reveals itself among the treetops a small being presents itself silently its eyes shine like the stars is the enigmatic Tarço [Music] Filipino this small primate stands out for its agility and large eyes that allow it to see in the dark, a vital adaptation to survive and thrive in a nocturnal environment full of [Music] challenges according to research from the primate center in the Philippines.

separated from its ancestors about 45 million years ago, becoming a unique species [Music] Under the diffuse light of the forest, the Philippine Tarço attentively observes insects such as beetles grasshoppers and On some occasions small [Music] lizards their eyes, true wonders of evolution, are just over 1. 5 in diameter and occupy 2 ters of the head, they are therefore larger than the brain itself and proportionally represent the largest eyes of any land mammal in relation to the size of the [Music] body, as if that weren't enough, the Tarço has the ability to rotate its head 180º, offering you a panoramic view of the environment without the need to move the body, the Tarço Filipino is not only an agile predator it is also fundamental to the Ecological balance serving as prey to act [Music] FIP with the expansion of agriculture and deforestation threatening its habitat and the need to protect this unique creature becomes increasingly urgent its future depends on actions that guarantee aid to this natural legacy but crucial fragment of the world [Music] wild sharing this wild scenery is nepentes philippines an impressive carnivorous plant that reveals the ingenuity of nature its leaves form jars full of Sweet nectar that attracts and traps unsuspecting insects turning them into [Music] food in the heart of the Philippines palauan stretches like a green jewel between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea known as the Last Ecological Frontier palauan maintains the essence of nature untouched, its dense forests, its crystal-clear seas and its spectacular mountains form an unbelievable setting [Music] This region is home to countless endemic species, including the Filipino serf rat, the smallest cero in the world, measuring just 45 cm in height and weighing less than 5 kg, meanwhile, the Palauan peacock pheasant as a true OB of art. Vivid plumage with geometric strands and vibrant colors is from a process of natural selection that millions of years ago being considered one of the most beautiful and rare birds in the world [Music] another fascinating species is the Palauan hornbill, an endemic bird essential for the regeneration of the forest as it helps in the dispersion of [Music] seeds among imposing trees and vines Intertwined lives a rare and mysterious creature the binturong also known as the bear cat Despite its name it is neither a cat nor a bear but belongs to the living ridai family, a group of [Music] carnivorous mammals with its black fur dyed silver and a CAA PR that functions as a fifth limb, the binturong glides through the branches with impressive agility, its characteristic smell similar to that of freshly popped popcorn makes it one of the most intriguing inhabitants of [Music] palauan in the philippines the binturong is not only limited to the forests of palauan but can also be found on other islands such as culon busuanga and coron in all of them the humid and dense forests offer the perfect refuge for their nightlife living especially in trees, it elegantly stands between the branches, balancing itself with the help of its flexible tail [Music] the sweet smell similar to popcorn is a communication tool that marks territory and attracts partners this aroma, in addition to scaring away predators, serves as a signal to other binturongs [Music] imagine a dense, humid forest where the air is filled with the smell of wet earth and decaying leaves, the sun barely penetrates the treetops, creating an environment of shadow and mystery suddenly a sound breaks the silence the rustle of dry leaves followed by a low grunt it is a pig looking for food with its strong snout it turns the earth digging up roots and tubers without knowing this animal is planting the seeds of a New Forest ensuring the continuity of life in this fragile ecosystem [Music] in the last green frontiers of its ancestral lands the visayan pig inhabits what remains of a world that was once its the plantations the incessant sound of chainsaws and hunters have transformed their existence into a constant struggle for [Music] survival there are less than 300 individuals left in nature confined to small refuges that resist human advance each footprint left on the earth tells a silent story an urgent call for protection reminding us that extinction although imminent may still be [Music] avoided among the rivers and swamps of palavan a prehistoric reptile still dominates the waters the saltwater crocodile this Predator has survived since the age of dinosaurs carrying the legacy of millions of years of [Music] evolution with bodies that can reach up to 7 m long and weighing more than 1000 kg, in addition to a bite that reaches 3700 PSI, considered the most powerful in the animal kingdom, the saltwater crocodile is a symbol of strength and supremacy Despite its name, this Relentless Predator does not live exclusively in salt water, it also roams freshwater territories, remaining at the top of the food chain.

Palauan Mangrove forests with their intricate networks of rivers and canals offer the perfect environment for this species [Music ] thrive with exceptional abilities the saltwater crocodile uses the hidden spaces between mang roots as a point [Music] ambushes camouflaged in the calm waters with only its eyes and nostrils in sight it blends perfectly into the environment, its patience and ability to remain still make it one of the most efficient predators on the planet [Music] when it attacks, its attack is as fast as lightning, its sharp teeth and crushing bite are lethal weapons capable of tearing even even for large prey [Music] his most famous technique is the Death spin in this movement he turns his body in the water while holding the prey using the force of the current to tear it into smaller pieces [Music] In the Depths from palauan the Puerto Príncipe underground river emerges as one of the most fascinating natural jewels in the Philippines with more than 8 km long this this underground river runs through a complex of limestone caves that impresses with its grandeur and [Music] complexity the interaction between light sunlight that enters through strategic cracks and the crystal clear waters creates mesmerizing reflections that transform the darkness into a unique visual spectacle [Music] inside these caves the temperature varies between 17 and 22º while the humidity above 90% creates a peculiar microclimate [Music] this humid atmosphere supports a rich biodiversity including species adapted to Life in the dark such as bats spiders scorpions and blind fish These animals have developed keen senses of touch and smell to compensate for the lack of vision [Music] among the infinite blue of the South China Sea and the tropical coasts of the Philippines, Mangrove forests stand out as living and indispensable barriers with an area of ​​607,000 He these Ecosystems are home to numerous species including fiddler crabs and mudskipper fish that survive both in water and on land, according to the Global Mangrove Alliance, each hectare of mangrove can capture an average of 6 tons of carbon dioxide per year . nature's largest carbon sequestrators, their aerial roots also filter sediments and pollutants, improving water quality, which is why mangroves are called silent heroes in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation [Music] between the magnificent Sierra Madre Mountains and the incessant waves of the Pacific Ocean, the Aurora Mangrove forest stands like a green guardian protecting the coast from the most violent storms, occupying a vast area. Philippines [Music] Aurora's mangroves also play a fundamental role in coastal protection, functioning as natural barriers against erosion, their submerged roots form intricate labyrinths that serve as a safe haven for juvenile fish crabs and shrimps, allowing these species to grow and prosper among the most endangered residents of these mangroves is the bleeding heart dove of Luzon, this bird known for its distinctive red patch on its chest that resembles a bleeding heart, faces an uncertain future due to habitat loss, but finds in these mangroves a last Vital Refuge for their [Music] survival the ecosystem of Mangais de Aurora is a true natural laboratory of evolution and among its most impressive inhabitants is the mud jumping fish also known as miper [Music] this unique amphibian can survive both in water and on land using its pectoral fins to move through mud and explore the shores [Music] It has the incredible ability to breathe through its skin and mouth membranes, which allows it to survive in environments with little oxygen, such as mangrove mud, its eyes, which rotate almost 360º, work like telescopes, helping it locate both prey and predators, the jumping fish in the slime is one of the rare vertebrates that dominates both water and land using its pectoral fins as arms it moves easily over the slime and performs jumps of up to 60 cm in height imagine a small fish about 10 cm long jumping six times its height is truly impressive these abilities are crucial for capturing insects and escaping predators [Music] its burrows that can reach up to 90 cm deep are more than shelters in them it maintains an air bubble which allows it to breathe when submerged for long periods, a fascinating adaptation to living Between Two Worlds, incredible Mangrove forests, the crab-eating monkey also lives, a being with a searching look and agile movements, its skilled fingers explore every crevice in search of succulent fruits, tender leaves and nourishing ses life pulses through his veins as he moves among the intertwined roots a silent Guardian of nature's harmony [Music] the roots of the mangroves that rise like protective arms over the water offer refuge to these monkeys, helping them avoid predators such as snakes and crocodiles.

Living in groups of 10 to 30 individuals, these primates have a well-defined social structure with clear roles and strong bonds of coexistence during their forays through the mangroves They look for crustaceans such as crabs and shrimp and occasionally capture small fish. Their skillful hands break shells and remove food hidden in the smallest cracks in the roots, one of the most fascinating scenes.