Tamilok, also known as shipworm, is a marine mollusk found in Madulano, President Roxas, Capiz, where it lives in rotting wood and driftwood in mangrove and coastal areas. It looks like a worm but is actually a clam with a long, soft body and sharp shells used to bore into wood, which it uses for food and shelter. Locally, Tamilok is considered a delicacy and is often eaten raw in a vinegar-based dish called kinilaw, popular for its unique, oyster-like taste. Harvesting Tamilok is part of local tradition and culture, especially during gatherings and celebrations, and it also provides income through tourism and food sales. However, its population is currently low due to a lack of mature mangrove trees, which are essential for its habitat.
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Ellaine Marie C. Tumanday, 2024
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Ellaine Marie C. Tumanday (2024)
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Coastal livelihood Philippines, Coastal mollusk Capiz, Filipino seafood delicacy, Food tourism Capiz, Income from seafood, Kinilaw dish, Local food Capiz, Madulano President Roxas, Mangrove conservation, Mangrove Ecosystem, Mangrove marine life, Mangrove protection Philippines, Marine biodiversity Capiz, Oyster-like seafood, Shipworm Philippines, Sustainable fishing Capiz, Tamilok Capiz, Tamilok delicacy, Tamilok fishing culture, Tamilok habitat, Tamilok harvesting tradition, Tamilok population decline, Tamilok tourism, Teredo navalis, Traditional Filipino Cuisine
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