14 March 2022, Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, Philippines - (L-R) Coastguard Petty Officer Third Class, Edbryan B. Ricafort, 33, Fishery Warden Eddie Saplot Gaabon, 60, and Coastguard Seaman Second Class, Klein Eric L. Tabije, 26, keep a watch over the local fishing grounds.
Background information
The Fishery Wardens - or Bantay Dagat - are local fishermen who receive a small honorarium (
USD 10/month) to watch over and patrol their local waters. They do this in partnership with the local coast guard and split their time between their fishing and Bantay Dagat duties.
