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Kasay Marine Sanctuary in Barangay Canaoay

October 11th, 2008 -- Posted in La Union, Nature, Sanctuaries, Tourists Spots, Travel | 2 Comments »

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The 30 hectares of Kasay MPA- area is designated in Barangays San Vicente and Canaoay for the rehabilitation and replenishment of fishery and other coastal resources. About 100 out of 400 coral species in the Philippines are found in the Kasay MPA. There are 70-100 years old coral growth. The estimated 50 years old giant clam (Tridacna gigas) was found in the MPA.