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Assessment of Coral Reef Condition in Nusi Island, Nabire, Indonesia Nicodemus Rahanra; Abdul Hamid Toha; Paulus Boli; Selvi Tebay
Reviu Akuntansi, Manajemen, dan Bisnis Vol 6 No 1 (2026): Maret
Publisher : Penerbit Goodwood

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/rambis.v5i3.6318

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Purpose: This study aimed to assess coral reef health at Nusi Island, Nabire, Indonesia, by analyzing the benthic composition using Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) technology. Research Methodology: Data were collected using the Underwater Photo Transect (UPT) method, deploying a 50-meter transect line at approximately 10 m depth. High-resolution images were captured, and 1,500 data points were analyzed to evaluate the benthic substrate composition. Results: The findings revealed severe degradation of coral reefs. Site 2 (Pulau Nusi) showed only 3.13% live coral cover, with sand and rubble dominating the substrate. Site 1 (Nabire) fared slightly better, with 6.64% live coral cover, although it still showed significant damage. Conclusions: The coral reefs at both study sites are severely degraded, with Site 2 in a critical state, mainly due to sedimentation. These data highlight the need for targeted management strategies to mitigate these stresses and foster reef recovery. Limitations: This study was limited to a single 50-meter transect at one depth, providing a snapshot of the reef condition. Further research is required to identify specific degradation drivers and conduct long-term monitoring. Contributions: This study provides the first quantitative assessment of coral reef conditions on Nusi Island, offering essential baseline data for future conservation efforts.
Assessment of Coral Reef Condition in Nusi Island, Nabire, Indonesia Nicodemus Rahanra; Abdul Hamid Toha; Paulus Boli; Selvi Tebay
Reviu Akuntansi, Manajemen, dan Bisnis Vol 6 No 1 (2026): Maret
Publisher : Goodwood

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/rambis.v5i3.6318

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Purpose: This study aimed to assess coral reef health at Nusi Island, Nabire, Indonesia, by analyzing the benthic composition using Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) technology. Research Methodology: Data were collected using the Underwater Photo Transect (UPT) method, deploying a 50-meter transect line at approximately 10 m depth. High-resolution images were captured, and 1,500 data points were analyzed to evaluate the benthic substrate composition. Results: The findings revealed severe degradation of coral reefs. Site 2 (Pulau Nusi) showed only 3.13% live coral cover, with sand and rubble dominating the substrate. Site 1 (Nabire) fared slightly better, with 6.64% live coral cover, although it still showed significant damage. Conclusions: The coral reefs at both study sites are severely degraded, with Site 2 in a critical state, mainly due to sedimentation. These data highlight the need for targeted management strategies to mitigate these stresses and foster reef recovery. Limitations: This study was limited to a single 50-meter transect at one depth, providing a snapshot of the reef condition. Further research is required to identify specific degradation drivers and conduct long-term monitoring. Contributions: This study provides the first quantitative assessment of coral reef conditions on Nusi Island, offering essential baseline data for future conservation efforts.