Indonesian Journal of Earth Sciences
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): July-December

Threats to Mangrove Ecosystems and Their Impact on Coastal Biodiversity: A Study on Mangrove Management in Langsa City

M Taufik Rahmadi (Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia)
Eni Yuniastuti (Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia)
Ayu Suciani (Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Samudra, Langsa, Aceh, Indonesia)
Meilinda Suriani Harefa (Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia | Yayasan Konservasi Pesisir Indonesia, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia)
Andri Yusman Persada (Department of Biology, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Samudra, Langsa, Aceh, Indonesia)
Eling Tuhono (Yayasan Konservasi Pesisir Indonesia, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Aug 2023

Abstract

The coastal area is a complex and interconnected system of diverse ecosystems, with mangrove ecosystems standing out as one of the most productive. However, global mangrove ecosystems, including those in Langsa City, face multiple threats from human activities and natural hazards. This study focuses on examining the various threats impacting the mangrove ecosystem in Langsa City, including tourism and urban development, climate change, regional development, human activities, and sedimentation. Mangrove ecosystems have specific requirements for survival, making these threats particularly concerning. Through field observations and analysis, this study explores the impact of these threats on the mangrove ecosystem's well-being and its correlation with the overall coastal biodiversity. Additionally, the research delves into the management practices implemented by the local government to preserve the mangrove ecosystems. The findings reveal the severity of threats to the mangrove ecosystem's viability and its implications for coastal biodiversity sustainability. The study also sheds light on the local government's mangrove management system, providing valuable insights into current conservation efforts. By understanding the threats faced by the mangrove ecosystem and the management practices in place, this research contributes to the preservation and sustainable use of this vital coastal resource.

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injoes

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Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Earth & Planetary Sciences Environmental Science

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Indonesian Journal of Earth Sciences is an open-access journal that publishes rigorously peer-reviewed research dedicated to our ...