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Land Cover Map of Komodo National Park, Understanding the Park’s Landscape and Vegetation

Komodo National Park is one of Indonesia’s most important conservation areas, known not only as the natural habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) but also for its unique landscapes and vegetation types. One of the essential tools for managing and planning this area is the Land Cover Map, which depicts the distribution of different […]

Practical Guide: 10 Steps to Developing a Green Tourism Village (Buku Praktis 10 Langkah Desa Wisata Hijau)

Buku Praktis: 10 Langkah Desa Wisata Hijau 2 is a practical guide that provides strategic, step‑by‑step instructions for developing a sustainable green tourism village in Indonesia. This guide is designed to support stakeholders such as village officials, community leaders, local tourism managers, and development partners. The aim is to help rural communities harness their unique […]

Final Report CRES with ISBN – A Comprehensive Scientific Study on the Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis)

The Final Report CRES with ISBN is a scientific document presenting an in-depth study of the population ecology, reproduction, and spatial behavior of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) within Komodo National Park, Indonesia. 📌 Report Overview This report focuses on several key biological and ecological aspects of the Komodo dragon, the world’s largest lizard species […]

Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) 2021 Kaleidoscope, Key Highlights and Achievements

The year 2021 marked an important period for the Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) in managing one of Indonesia’s most iconic conservation areas—Komodo National Park—amid ongoing challenges including the global COVID-19 pandemic and evolving tourism dynamics. 🦎 1. Enhancing Ecotourism Services and Guide Training In late 2021, BTNK collaborated with the Labuan Bajo and Flores […]

Performance Report of Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) 2020

📌 1. Purpose of the Report The 2020 Performance Report of BTNK was prepared to explain the achievements in carrying out duties, managing natural resources, and implementing conservation efforts within Komodo National Park throughout 2020. This report generally includes: 📍 2. Main Activities and Achievements Although detailed figures and tables are not directly available, an […]

Performance Report of Komodo National Park Authority (BTNK) — 2020

Introduction The Komodo National Park (KNP) is one of Indonesia’s flagship conservation areas, known globally as the habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park’s management is carried out by the Komodo National Park Authority (Balai Taman Nasional Komodo or BTNK), which is responsible for conservation, monitoring, […]

Natural History Guide to Komodo National Park

Exploring the Rich Marine Ecosystems of Komodo The Natural History Guide to Komodo National Park – Book 2 focuses on the marine ecology of Komodo National Park, one of Indonesia’s most biodiverse and globally significant conservation areas. This guide complements the first volume, which explored terrestrial ecosystems, by giving a detailed look at the underwater […]

Bat Observation Report on Rinca Island – April 22, 2020

Wildlife Monitoring in Komodo National Park On April 22, 2020, a bat observation activity was conducted on Rinca Island, part of Komodo National Park in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This observational survey focused on understanding the presence and behavior of fruit bats (commonly known as flying foxes), particularly the large flying fox (Pteropus vampyrus), which […]

Long-Term Management Plan (RPJP) of Komodo National Park

The Long-Term Management Plan (known as RPJP in Indonesia) is a strategic document created by the Komodo National Park Authority to ensure the effective, planned, and sustainable long-term management of the conservation area. This plan serves as the foundation for conservation, restoration, utilization, and monitoring programs within Komodo National Park. Purpose of the RPJP The […]

The History of the First Five National Parks in Indonesia

Indonesia’s system of national parks began to take formal shape in 1980, when the government officially designated the first group of national parks under a ministerial announcement dated 6 March 1980. This historic proclamation marked an important step in the development of nature conservation in the country. Background Before this declaration, the idea of protected […]