Goodmorning everyone! The scientist that I’ve research is Dr.

Angel
Alcala. He is a scientist from the Philippines. He found a passion and love for
marine life especially those in the tropical waters of his country. With more
than thirty years of experience as a marine biologist, he contributed to his
country’s marine development and ecology concerns. Angel Alcala is also
involved in other biological science fields such as herpetology, marine
biogeography, and marine conservation biology.

During his 30 years of experience as a biologist, Alcala made major

contributions to marine biology research efforts in the Philippines, he is behind
the invention of artificial coral reefs used for fisheries in Southeast Asia and
authored over 160 scientific papers as well as books. Alcala was the first
Filipino scientist to engage in comprehensive studies concerning Philippine
reptiles and amphibians. He also made contributions for mammals and
birds.He was given the Field Museum Founders’ Council Award of Merit for
contributions to environmental biology. He is a recipient of the Magsaysay
Award for Public Service.

From the 400 already known species of reptiles and amphibians, 50 more
species were identified due to his efforts. His efforts have become a model for
coastal resource management and conservation that many nations have
developed and implemented. It was under his leadership that the Philippine’s
Department and Natural Resources created the Coastal Environmental
Program. Dr. Alcala advocated the Protected Area concept for the
conservation of the marine ecosystem.