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Quantifying Marine Debris Pollution in Mangrove Ecosystems: A Study from Kalangan Hamlet, Lampung, Indonesia Putra, Muhamad Gilang Arindra; Reza, Muhammad; Diantari, Rara; Yuliana, Darma; Julian, David; Damayanti, Inggar; Afrianti, Nur Afni
Forest and Nature Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): July
Publisher : Green Insight Solutions

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63357/fornature.v1i3.17

Abstract

Mangrove ecosystems are currently facing severe threats due to the accumulation of marine debris, particularly plastic waste. This study aims to quantify the types and weights of marine debris in the mangrove ecosystem of Kalangan Hamlet, Lampung, Indonesia, and analyze their impact on various mangrove species. Data collection was conducted in three zones with different levels of human activity: low, medium, and high. Data on the types and weight of debris were collected using the transect plot method. Correspondence analysis was used to examine the relationship between debris types and the intensity of human activity. The results showed that plastic waste was the most dominant type in terms of both quantity and weight, particularly in areas with moderate to high levels of activity. Over 90% of the waste composition consisted of plastic, weighing over 9,000 g at Stations 2 and 3. Mangrove species of the genus Rhizophora were the most affected, likely due to their complex root structure, which effectively traps waste. Other types of waste, such as fabric, rubber, and glass, were also found in significant quantities and correlated with tourism and community activities. Waste accumulation, particularly plastic, not only alters habitat structure but also hinders mangrove regeneration, which could ultimately reduce ecosystem function and biodiversity. Waste management should align with the area's activity level, with high-activity zones requiring more intensive clean-ups, proper facilities, and regulation enforcement. Community engagement and awareness are crucial in reducing the impacts of marine debris on mangroves. Its temporal scope and sampling frequency limit this study; broader and longer-term research is recommended.
Co-Authors Abdullah Aman Damai Abdullah Aman Damai Afrianti, Nur Afni Agus Setyawan Aprillya, Dyah Puspita Aris Candra Prihantoro Belly Maishela Berta Putri Bintang Ubamnata C. U, Deny Sapto Caesario, Rachmad Damaiati, Putri Damayanti, Inggar Danalau, Hanggum Waka Darma Yuliana David Julian Delis, Putu Chintia Delis, Putu Cinthia Deny Sapto Chondro Utomo Dian Rusadi Doni Nurdiansah Duryat, Duryat Dwi Arum Mufidah Eko Efendi Elisdiana, Yeni Esti Harpeni Esti Harpeni Fadhilah Amalia Fitri Fajri Muharram Farida, Eka Nur Febriani, Sefia Ferry Tito Wijaya Henni Wijayanti Henni Wijayanti Maharani Henni Wijayanti Maharani Henni Wijayanti Maharani Wijayanti Maharani Herman Yulianto Indah Pratiwi Juliana SY Indah Wahyuningtias Indra Gumay Yudha Indra Gumay Yudha Johanes Tarigan Julian, David Kuswanta Futas Hidayat Limin Santoso Manullang, Mitri Merli Meytia Eka Safitri Moh. Muhaemin Muhamad Gilang Arindra Putra Muhammad Reza Nainna Anjanni Ade Lestari Nidya KARTINI Nilawati, Nindia Ciandra Otong Zenal Arifin Penmau, Defrilasio Eldes Pratiwi, Leoni Dian Putra, Muhamad Gilang Arindra Putri Priyan Dwitasari Putriani, Rizha Bery Qadar Hasani Qadar Hasani Rachmad Caesario Ramdhani, Muhammad Rizal Rena Yolanda Rico Wahyu Prabowo Rina Hesti Utami Riyoma, Arico Rodiani, Rodiani Rodiyah - Saleh, Yuliana Sheptiane, Ivena Putri Siti Hudaidah Sonavel, Novando Putra Sri Waluyo Suparmono - Suparmono Suparmono Supra Jaya Perdana Susanti, Oktora Wardana, Jaya Wardiyanto Wardiyanto Wardiyanto Wardiyanto, Wardiyanto Wibowo, Annisa Winda Hartono Yudha Trinoegraha Adiputra Yudha, Rio Anggria Yuliana, Darma Yuliana, Darma Yusup, Maulid Wahid