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The Role of Local Communities in Managing Human-Elephant Conflict in Sumatra: Challenges and Opportunities for Conservation Vera Maulinda; Abdullah Abdullah; Safrida Safrida; M. Ali S; Ismul Huda
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 11 No 11 (2025): November
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i11.11980

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Human-elephant conflict (HEC) involving the Sumatran elephant (Elephas maximus sumatranus) remains a significant threat to biodiversity and the livelihoods of rural communities in Aceh Province, Indonesia. This study aims to explore the role of local communities in managing HEC by assessing their level of participation and identifying related challenges and opportunities for conservation. A descriptive quantitative method was applied using a Likert-scale questionnaire distributed to 100 respondents across five villages in Glumpang Tiga and Sakti subdistricts, Pidie Regency. The study assessed three variables: willingness, ability, and opportunity to participate. The results show that overall community participation was in the high category, with a total score of 2.948. Key challenges included limited knowledge, inadequate institutional support, and economic constraints. Meanwhile, the study identified several opportunities such as strong community commitment to conservation, the existence of local customary institutions, and increasing awareness of the importance of elephant protection. These findings highlight that although barriers persist, there is strong potential for enhancing local participation through targeted, community-based strategies. Strengthening collaboration between communities, government, and conservation actors is essential to support sustainable human-elephant coexistence in Sumatra.
Vanishing Voices: Tracing the Trade Networks and Distribution Pathways of Songbirds in Banda Aceh Markets Raihan, Hanif; Syafrianti, Devi; Abdullah, Abdullah; Ulhusna, Fitrah Asma; Nur, Yaumil Istiqlal M.; Nurmaliah, Cut; Huda, Ismul
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 11 No 1 (2025): January
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i1.10016

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Tracing the trade and distribution pathways refers to the systematic analysis of the origins, movement routes, and distribution patterns of a commodity, such as songbirds, from its source to the final market or end consumer. This study explored the dynamics of bird trade in the markets of Banda Aceh city, focusing on species diversity, conservation status, species origin, and trade patterns. The study was conducted in nine sub-districts, covering 18 bird shops, using a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through direct observation, market surveys, and structured interviews with traders. Species identification was conducted using the Birds of the Indonesian Archipelago guide, while conservation status was evaluated based on the IUCN Red List and CITES Appendices. In addition, Geographic Information System (GIS) software was used to map bird trade distribution channels. The results showed the presence of 54 bird species with a total of 638 individuals, mostly from the Passeriformes order. The most commonly traded species was Acridotheres javanicus (kerak kerbau), with 132 individuals, reflecting its high demand due to its adaptability and affordability. Conservation analysis showed the vulnerability of species such as Gracula religiosa (Nias parrot), which is listed in Appendix II of CITES, and Rubigula dispar (yellow finch), which is categorized as Vulnerable. This research highlights the complex relationship between the local bird trade and conservation efforts, and the importance of stricter regulation and increased public awareness to protect threatened species. The findings make an important contribution to policy recommendations in order to promote sustainable bird trade and biodiversity conservation in Banda Aceh.
Co-Authors A Halim Abda Abda Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abdullah Abu Bakar Agustina Agustina Ali Sarong Ananda, Yuli Andi Ulfa Tenri Pada Andi Ulfa Tenri Pada Anjalia Santika Arahman Asiah Asiah Asiah MD Asiah MD Asman Chan, Kristina Merencillo Cut Narmaliah Cut Nurmaliah Cut Nurmaliah Cut Nurmaliah Cut Rushayu Putri Debby Pratiwi Desriana, Putri Devi Syafrianti Deviani, Rini Dewi Andayani Dewi Andayani Dhea Rhamadini Djufri - Elisa Kasli Evendi Evendi evendi, evendi Fahmi Sofyan Farza Safirda Fatilah Erni Fauzi Saleh Fazrina Fazrina Fazrina Fazrina Fazrina rina Hafnati Rahmatan Hafnati Rahmatan Hajrazul Pitri Hasanuddin Hasanuddin H Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Hasyiati, Rasma Havea Juliar Apko Ibnu Khaldun Ika Apriani Fata Indah Lestari Irma Sulastri Irma Sulastri Iswadi I Iswadi Iswadi Jufri, Fikri Juliani Juliani Kasmawati Kasmawati Khairil Khairil Khairil khairil Khairil Khairil Khairil Khairil Khairil Khairil Khairil muhammad khairun nisa Khairunisak Khairunisak Kharisma, Irma Kiki Monita Lia Musnidar Lismarita Lismarita M Ali S M Ali s M Ali Sarong M Ali Sarong M. Ali S M. Ali S M. Ali S M. Ali S M. Ali Sarong Maghfirah Ulfa Manna Wassalwa Marhaban, Saiful Marlina Marlina Maspira Maspira Maulita Anggraini* Mela Melati Millati Ahya Mimie Saputri Mimie Saputri Mudatsir Muhammad Ali Muhammad Syukri Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin Mulia Rahmi Mustanir Mustanir Nir Fathiya Nur, Yaumil Istiqlal M. Nurul Fajrina Oktavianda, Nanda Rahmat Putra Rahmi Agustina Raihan, Hanif Riska Fitriani Risma Rahmawati Fhonna riza ulhaq Rizki Zulia Ningsih Sabrina Ayu Nani Nasution Safirda, Farza Safrida Safrida Safrida , Safrida Safrida S Safrida S Safrida S Safrida S Safrida Safrida Safrida Safrida Safrida Safrida Saidu, Abdulhakim Saminan Saminan Saminan Saminan Samingan Samingan Samingan Sarah Nadia Sri Rezki Ramadhani Suhendra Putra Suhrawardi Ilyas Supriatno Supriatno Supriatno Syahara Dina Amalia Syamsulrizal Syamsulrizal Talitha Zakia Teuku Muhammad Hary Ramadhan Tria Maulida Tria Maulida Ujang Sumarwan Ulhusna, Fitrah Asma Ulva, Susi Mulia Ulya Azra Ulya Azra Vera Maulinda Vitaya, Sisca WInda Yursila Wiwit Artika Wiwit Artika Wiwit Artika Yuli Ananda Yuli Setiowati Yuri Gagarin Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Yusrizal Zahara Khairun Nisa Zulhamdi Zulhamdi Zurfika Ramayanti