14 March 2022, Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, Philippines - Coastguard Petty Officer Third Class, Edbryan B. Ricafort, 33, and volunteer fishery warden - locally known as Bantay Dagat - Eddie Saplot Gaabon, 60, in the background keep a watch over the local fishing grounds.
Background information
Bantay Dagat wardens 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.
