Papers by Fulgent Coritico
Distribution and Ecology of Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) ged Cabras & Medina, 2021 in Mindanao, Philippines
Philippine Journal of Science
Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) ged Cabras & Medina, 2021 is a Mindanao-endemic species known only in... more Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) ged Cabras & Medina, 2021 is a Mindanao-endemic species known only in Davao del Sur. Here, we recorded the species first in Bukidnon and the Cotabato region. Moreover, we also provide ecological notes of the species specifically the identities of its food plants, description of its habitat, and potential threats.
New Record of Talthybia depressa (Araneae: Araneidae) from the Philippines
The Philippine journal of science, Jun 22, 2020
Threatened and Endemic Seed Plants of Mt. Pantaron Range, Mindanao, Philippines
Philippine Journal of Science
Mt. Pantaron Range has no legislation for its protection and has significantly lost most of its f... more Mt. Pantaron Range has no legislation for its protection and has significantly lost most of its forest cover over the years due to land conversion for agriculture and human settlement, construction of national highways, and illegal logging and mining. Floristic inventory was conducted in four sampling sites in Mt. Pantaron Range, Bukidnon to document its threatened and endemic seed plants through repeated transect walks. A total of 133 threatened and endemic species of seed plants were documented. Of these, 41 species were threatened, and 120 were endemic species. Mt. Bungkasan, Pantaron Range harbors 70 (52.6%) species of threatened and endemic seed plants, followed by Mt. Malimumu with 53 (40%) species, Mt. Natampod with 40 (30%) species, and Mt. Nabagkesan with only 19 (14%) species. The checklist of threatened seed plants reported herein represents 4.3% of the threatened seed plants and 2.6% of the endemic seed plants in the Philippines. Site comparisons using Bray-Curtis cluste...
Ferns and Lycophytes of Mt. Tago Range, Bukidnon, Southern Philippines: Species Richness, Distribution, and Conservation Status
Philippine Journal of Science
The species of ferns and lycophytes of Mt. Tago range are here documented in a checklist, along w... more The species of ferns and lycophytes of Mt. Tago range are here documented in a checklist, along with information on their distribution and conservation status. The list is based on a comprehensive field survey conducted by the authors in 2018 and 2019 and comprises 203 species belonging to 29 families and 89 genera. Of these species, 187 are ferns and 16 are lycophytes. Eighty-six species are epiphytes, 85 are terrestrial, 12 are tree ferns, 6 are hemiepiphytes, and 14 species have more than one growth form. The number of species constitutes about 19% and 33% of the total number of pteridophyte species in the Philippines and Mindanao Island, respectively. The highest species richness was observed in the upper montane rainforest. Seventeen species are classified as broadly distributed Philippine endemics whereas four species are endemic to Mindanao. One species (Alsophila commutata Mett.) was newly documented for the Philippines and three species [Pteris whitfordii Copel., Selliguea ...
Morphology and Morphometrics of Diotarus verrucifer (Stål, 1877), a Pygmy Grasshopper Endemic to Mindanao
Philippine Journal of Science
Diotarus Stål, 1887 (Tetrigidae: Cladonotinae) is a genus of pygmy grasshoppers with four species... more Diotarus Stål, 1887 (Tetrigidae: Cladonotinae) is a genus of pygmy grasshoppers with four species, all of which are inhabiting the Philippines with one species known also from Sulawesi. Diotarus verrucifer Stål, 1877 was originally described from Semper’s collection and from an unknown location from the Philippines. The species has been reported once since the description by Gůnther in 1938. In this study, we report species diagnostic characteristics and describe its natural habitat. The brief morphological description and, more importantly, the updated distribution map are firsts for this species. The species is similar to Diotarus galeatus and is still not clear if they represent separate species. We present detailed measurements of our specimens in order to make comparison in the future possible.
Ophioderma subsessile (Ophioglossaceae), a New Snake Tongue Fern Species from Mindanao, Philippines
Philippine Journal of Science
A new species of Ophioderma, O. subsessile, is described from Mindanao, Philippines. This species... more A new species of Ophioderma, O. subsessile, is described from Mindanao, Philippines. This species is characterized by its mostly longer trophophore than sporophore, sporophore peduncle subsessile with a distinct sterile appendage, and strobilus longer than the peduncle. A description, illustrations, and key to the species of Philippine Ophioderma are provided.
Rediscovery of the Presumed Extinct Philippine Quillwort Isoetes philippinensis Merr. & L.M. Perry (Isoetaceae) and New Insights on its Morphology and Ecology
Philippine Journal of Science
Isoetes philippinensis, a critically endangered site-endemic lycophyte, was rediscovered after th... more Isoetes philippinensis, a critically endangered site-endemic lycophyte, was rediscovered after the last collection in 1969. The present study elucidates the morphology and ecology of the species – which have not been fully investigated – by describing the detailed morpho-anatomical characters, collecting water samples for physico-chemical analysis, and providing an in situ description of its habitat. The diagnostic characteristics of the species included long microphylls (up to 63 cm long), cobwebby megaspores and microspores, and the presence of velum. The morphology of I. philippinensis exhibits the features of other aquatic, amphibious and terrestrial species of Isoetes – such as the presence of lacuna in the roots, air chambers in the leaves, reduced stele, and abundance of parenchyma cells throughout the organs. Water-quality values are within the minimum acceptable limit. Threats to the population of I. philippinensis are discussed and characterized as Critically Endangered (C...
Two New Species of Metapocyrtus Heller, 1912 (Coleoptera: Pachyrhynchini) from Mount Natampod, Pantaron Range, Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines
Philippine Journal of Science
Mindanao is home to many unknown weevil species, specifically those remote and unexplored mountai... more Mindanao is home to many unknown weevil species, specifically those remote and unexplored mountain ecosystems. Two new species, Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) mendioi sp. nov. and M. (M.) edmai sp. nov. are described from Mount Natampod, Pantaron Range, San Fernando, Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines. Habitat, ecology, and threats are provided. Moreover, a distribution map of all known Metapocyrtus species in the Philippine archipelago is also provided.
New Record of Ophioderma redactophylla (Ophioglossaceae) in the Philippines and New Insights to its Morphology
Philippine Journal of Science
Ophioderma redactophylla is a new fern species record for the Philippines discovered at Mt. Apo i... more Ophioderma redactophylla is a new fern species record for the Philippines discovered at Mt. Apo in North Cotabato Province, extending its original distribution from the Malay Peninsula (southern Thailand). New insights on its morphology are provided together with its conservation status and a revised dichotomous key to the Ophioderma in the Philippines.
Nepenthes candalaga (Nepenthaceae), a new species from eastern Mindanao, Philippines
Phytotaxa
A new endemic species, Nepenthes candalaga (Nepenthes sect. Alata) from Mt. Candalaga (eastern Mi... more A new endemic species, Nepenthes candalaga (Nepenthes sect. Alata) from Mt. Candalaga (eastern Mindanao, Philippines) is here described and illustrated. This new taxon resembles N. justinae but can be easily distinguished in having the lamina with 2‒3 longitudinal nerves, orbicular lid, non-bifid lid spur tip, triangular lid appendage, short banner-shaped trap wings, and absent upper pitcher rim. The species is assessed as Critically Endangered (CE) according to the IUCN criteria. This novelty is the 38th species of Nepenthes in Mindanao making the island with the highest concentration of Nepenthes species in the Philippines. This discovery increases the number of Nepenthes species in the Philippines to 61. The new taxon described faces threats of deforestation and habitat loss without legislative protection.
Trees, Forests and People
Scaly tree ferns are locally known as Anonotong in Southern Philippines and considered as endange... more Scaly tree ferns are locally known as Anonotong in Southern Philippines and considered as endangered species. Its collection is prohibited, but along the highway of Marilog District, Davao City, its trading is very obvious. Hence, the study was conducted to assess the inhabitants' relationship with tree ferns. The study described the collection, uses, economic contribution, and people's traditional perceptions of the plant. The study is descriptive using a combination of survey, Focus Group Discussion, and Key Informant Interview. It has been found out that Anonotong or Anotong is a plant less-valued by the locals. They consider it a weed that compromised the growth of cultivated plants, hence locals uproot them. The increase in population, cultivation of more farms, the entrance of tourists, construction of roads, and over-collection are the factors that led to the dwindling of tree ferns. Its trunks and handicraft products are sold at low prices. Aside from being a good source of income, plant parts are also extracted for medicinal purposes and for household utility. The plant is an endangered species that need to be conserved. However, majority of the local people do not value them, are not aware of their conservation status, and many do not understand why its collection is prohibited by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Hence, the conduct of awareness campaigns to the locals is found necessary and that local ordinance should be enforced by the Local Government Units and the DENR regarding the protection and conservation of this endangered plant.
Diversity of herbaceous pteridophytes in four long term ecological research sites in Mindanao, Philippines
Asia Life Sciences - The Asian International Journal of Life Sciences, 2015
Diversity and endemism of terrestrial mammals in four long term ecological research sites in Mindanao, Philippines
Asia Life Sciences - The Asian International Journal of Life Sciences, 2015
Amylotheca cleofei sp. nov. (Loranthaceae), a new species and genus record for the Philippines
Phytotaxa, 2021
A new mistletoe species, Amylotheca cleofei, from Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, Dava... more A new mistletoe species, Amylotheca cleofei, from Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, Davao Oriental in the southern Philippines, is herein described and illustrated, representing a new species and genus record for the country. This species differs from other known Amylotheca species in terms of its distinctive reproductive and vegetative characters.
FIGURE 1 in A new species of Actinostachys (Schizaeaceae) from Mindanao, Philippines
FIGURE 1. Habit of Actinostachys simplex Amoroso & Coritico growing in a thick layer of decaying ... more FIGURE 1. Habit of Actinostachys simplex Amoroso & Coritico growing in a thick layer of decaying brown needle leaves of Gymnostoma rumphianum (Miq.) L.A.S.Johnson and bearing single sorophore (so) indicated by the arrows.
FIGURE 3. A in Amylotheca cleofei sp. nov. (Loranthaceae), a new species and genus record for the Philippines
FIGURE 3. A) Map of the Philippines. B) Map of Mindanao showing Davao Oriental. C) Map of Mount H... more FIGURE 3. A) Map of the Philippines. B) Map of Mindanao showing Davao Oriental. C) Map of Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, San Isidro Municipality, Davao Oriental, showing the distribution of Amylotheca cleofei. Map generated by Tomas Reyes Jr. using ARC-GIS (2010).
FIGURE 2 in Amylotheca cleofei sp. nov. (Loranthaceae), a new species and genus record for the Philippines
FIGURE 2. General morphological details of Amylotheca cleofei. A) Stems, leaves and inflorescence... more FIGURE 2. General morphological details of Amylotheca cleofei. A) Stems, leaves and inflorescence. B) Detail of a dichasium. Note the sessile central flower (corolla removed) of the triad. C) Detail of a single flower. D) Inflorescence with mature buds and two blooms in anthesis. E) Detail of ripe fruit. Note remains of bract of a sessile flower below centre. F) Detail of a bract subtending the peduncle (removed) of a dichasium. G) Epicortical runner appressed against the stem of its Melastoma host. Note the haustorial disk on the right side of the stem. H.) A. cleofei (foliage to left) growing on its host (central foliage), with each of its haustorial disks indicated (white arrows). Scale bars: B = 1 cm; C, E, G = 5 mm; F = 1 mm. Photographs by D.N. Tandang © 2019 (A, D, & F) and C.M.B. Cleofe © 2020 (B, C, E, G, & H).
FIGURE 1 in Amylotheca cleofei sp. nov. (Loranthaceae), a new species and genus record for the Philippines
FIGURE 1. Amylotheca cleofei Tandang, Galindon & A.S.Rob. A) Twig with young inflorescence. B. Si... more FIGURE 1. Amylotheca cleofei Tandang, Galindon & A.S.Rob. A) Twig with young inflorescence. B. Single dichasium (triad). Note the sessile central flower. C) Cupule. D) Corolla tube. E) Expanded corolla) F. Corolla lobes with fused anthers and filaments. G) Pistil. H) Floral bract of sessile flower. I) Floral bract of pedicellate flower J) Seed. K) Fruit in longitudinal section. L) Fruit in cross section. Scale bars: A = 1 cm; B = 5 mm; C, H, I = 1 mm; D, E, G, J, K, L = 5.0 mm; F = 2.0 mm. Illustration: Bing Famoso Tac-an.
Species composition, endemism and local status of hawkmoths (Heterocera: Sphingidae) in the two proposed expansion sites of Mt. Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, Davao Oriental, Philippines
A new species of Actinostachys (Schizaeaceae) from Mindanao, Philippines
Phytotaxa, 2021
Actinostachys simplex Amoroso & Coritico (Schizaeaceae), from Mindanao, Philippines is herein des... more Actinostachys simplex Amoroso & Coritico (Schizaeaceae), from Mindanao, Philippines is herein described as a new species. The species is unique from all other species of Actinostachys (grass ferns) by its distinct and longer stipe and consistent single and longer sorophore with glabrous sporangia. An identification key to the species of Philippine Actinostachys is provided.
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