The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi), known as the monkey-eating eagle, is one of the largest and most powerful birds of prey, endemic to the Philippines. Standing about 76 centimeters tall with a wingspan of up to 2.2 meters, it features a distinctive crest of feathers and striking dark brown and creamy white plumage. Inhabiting tropical and montane forests, it primarily hunts small to medium-sized mammals, including monkeys and birds. Critically endangered due to habitat destruction and hunting, fewer than 400 pairs remain in the wild, prompting conservation efforts to protect this national symbol of strength and pride for the Filipino people.

The Sunda Pangolin (Manis javanica), also known as the greater pangolin, is a unique, scaly mammal native to Southeast Asia, including countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Recognized for its distinct protective keratin scales that cover its body, it can grow up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in length. Sunda pangolins are primarily nocturnal and are known for their specialized diet, feeding almost exclusively on ants and termites, which they extract using their long, sticky tongues. Unfortunately, they are critically endangered due to rampant poaching for their scales and meat, as well as habitat loss. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this remarkable species, which plays a vital role in maintaining the health of its ecosystem by controlling insect populations.