The project is more on biological approach to gather information to mitigate conflicts and zoonosis in tourist areas and nearby communities where humans and long-tailed macaques interact. The study aims to understand the behavior of long-tailed macaques in human-modified landscapes in Leyte and Mindanao, and how habitat types or the presence of tourism can affect their behaviors. Moreover, the change of behavior of macaques is also linked to the possible change in macaques’ diet and preferences which could affect the species’ natural ecological functions and health. To have a better representation of macaques’ behavior and ecology, this project will be conducted for 2-year duration using scientifically accepted methodologies. A collaboration between researchers with different fields in biology is also a requirement in this project, such as staff specializing in taxonomy, and zoology. Aside from knowledge generation through publications and conference presentations, this project also aims to conduct awareness campaign in the local communities to increase positive perception and attitude towards wildlife in the area. Research-based policies will also be recommended to the Local Government Units of the sites, and to the management offices of the tourist spots.