Johnnie Walker partners with Philippine Parks and Biodiversity to release limited edition bottles in support of local wildlife
Johnnie Walker releases a message in a bottle with its John Walker & Sons XR21 Philippine series. Placing Philippine conservation at the heart of its communiqué, the new limited-edition bottle features endemic Philippine animals that the Diageo-owned Scotch whisky brand strives to protect.
In partnership with Philippine Parks and Biodiversity, Johnnie Walker has designed the new bottles to feature three beloved animals: the Philippine Tarsier, the Philippine Eagle, and the Philippine Crocodile. “This landmark partnership targets at taking action to help ensure that we play our part in creating a balanced ecosystem for people and nature alike,” says General Manager of Diageo Philippines, Kavita Hans.
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About the Animals
Primarily found in the islands of Bohol, Siargao, and Basilan, the Philippine tarsier is one of the world's smallest primates and are among the most distinct of our local wildlife. They were listed as "Near Threatened" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) last 2015. Meanwhile, the Philippine eagle, named our National Bird in 1995, is among the rarest avian species. It has been listed as "Critically Endangered" by the IUCN with an estimated population of 400 pairs. Lastly, the Philippine crocodile, which finds itself by the foothills of the Sierra Madre and in the Ligawasan Marsh in Mindanao, is now considered incredibly rare.
All such species are vital in maintaining equilibrium in the ecosystem. Furthermore, they are incredibly important parts of our cultural heritage as Filipinos and must be protected at all costs for future generations and for biodiversity.
