Officials of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) led by Undersecretary for Legal, Administration, Finance, Human Resources and Information Systems Ernesto D. Adobo Jr., Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB) Assistant Director Armida P. Andres (1st and 2nd from left, respectively) and Assistant Secretary for Climate Change and concurrent BMB Director Ricardo L. Calderon (right) pose with Bureau of Customs (BOC) Special Agent II Marcelino L. Cruz (2nd from right) who received a gold medal and a certificate of commendation from the DENR-BMB for his dedication in enforcing wildlife laws. A total of two gold, seven silver, and 12 bronze medals were given to select BOC employees for their efforts in curbing the illegal wildlife trade in the country. The DENR recognized 98 individuals from five government agencies and one private organization during the 7th Wildlife Law Enforcement Awarding ceremony on March 3 at the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center in Quezon City in the celebration of the World Wildlife Day. ###