Biri Larosa protected area which supports 23 different reef fish species such as the siganid. It also contains of mangrove forests with 15 different mangrove species with Rhizophoraceae being dominant. They provide habitat to different local and migratory bird species such as the bridled tern, black-naped tern, greater crested tern and frigatebird, as well as several species of shellfish. Seagrasses cover about consisting of five species, including Cymodocea rotundata, Thalassia hemprichii, and Enhalus acoroides. The protected area faces threats from coral quarrying, blast fishing, and illegal cutting of mangroves. Mythology Biri is a sacred place for the Waray people since ancient times. They believe that Biri is the home of the goddess, Berbinota, who was initially a beautiful mortal woman who ruled the area's vicinity. Stories say that enchanted beings kidnapped the mortal Berbinota in an attempt to make her their ruler, which eventually led to her enthronement as a goddess. References Protected landscapes and seascapes of the Philippines Geography of Northern Samar Tourist attractions in Northern Samar Protected areas established in 2000 2000 establishments in the Philippines