By ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

With photo contributions from Mr. Jobbie Porques, Information Systems Analyst II of PENRO Lanao del Norte.

Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park

The park has the largest remaining closed forest of the province of Lanao del Norte with an estimated area of 1,836 hectares.

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Pantar Lake (2022) by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

The park has four major forest types: mossy forest, pine forest, dipterocarp forest, and molave forest. Other natural assets include lakes (3), falls (2), and caves (2).

Inayawan Forest (2021) by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

The Dipterocarp Forest

This covers roughly 2,083 hectares. Philippine native species such as almon, bagtikan, white lauan, and tanguile can be found in its forests. Climbing palms can also be found in the area.

Inayawan moss and lichens (2021) by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

The Mossy Forest

The Mossy Forest of the protected area is estimated to be 69 hectares and falls within the elevation of 1,300 masl. It is characterised by steep ridges, cloudy, and short trees.

Nunungan Lake (2022) by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

Three pristine lakes are nestled within Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park: Malaig, Songgod, and Nunungan (Pantar). These lakes supply water for home use and irrigation for the surrounding communities.

Birds nest by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

MIRNP is one of the lesser studied protected areas in the country. Some identified species include:

42 species of birds
21 species of dominant trees
14 species of reptiles
8 species of mammals
6 species of fish

Bird spotted in Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park, Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park, From the collection of: ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
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Tarsier, Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park, From the collection of: ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
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Flower and Bee, Mount Inayawan Range Natural Park, From the collection of: ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
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Waterfalls in MIRNP by Mount Inayawan Range Natural ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity

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ASEAN Heritage Parks

ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs) are protected areas of high conservation importance that provide valuable contributions to safeguarding ecosystems and biodiversity. 

AHPs provide a window to the world, showcasing a wealth of biodiversity that is uniquely ASEAN.

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