Philippines · Spearfishing zone
Pamilacan Island Fish Sanctuary
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Pamilacan Island Fish Sanctuary.
Small island off Baclayon, Bohol, within the Bohol Marine Triangle, historically a whaling/manta village turned eco-tourism and conservation site. The Pamilacan Island Fish Sanctuary (established 1986, ~11.9 ha) lies on the north-western side of the island; fishing (including spearfishing) is prohibited inside the no-take sanctuary (Sec. 101 of the Fisheries Code).
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
9.4931°N, 123.9239°E
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Philippines
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Where required, permits/registration are handled at the municipal/city LGU level or by BFAR. Recreational divers should check with the local LGU or barangay before spearfishing.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · bfar.da.gov.ph
