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Komodo Island, Indonesia — Home of the Legendary Komodo Dragons

Komodo Island is one of Indonesia’s most famous and mesmerizing destinations — a remote volcanic island in the Lesser Sunda Islands that is part of the Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known primarily as the natural habitat of the Komodo dragon, this island draws nature lovers, adventurers, and wildlife enthusiasts from all […]

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 […]

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 […]

Technical Guide to Ecological and Wildlife Monitoring at Komodo National Park (TNK)

Strengthening Data for Accurate Conservation The Technical Guide to Ecological and Wildlife Monitoring at Komodo National Park (TNK) is an official handbook designed to support the scientific observation of ecology and wildlife within Komodo National Park. This guide serves as a practical reference for field officers, technicians, park rangers, and TNK management to conduct consistent […]

Zoning Decree of Komodo National Park

Zoning is the division of land and sea areas within Komodo National Park (KNP) to manage the park’s natural resources, ecosystems, and visitor activities more effectively. The zoning system was established under the Director General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE) Decree No. 212/KSDAE/SET.3/KSA.0/11/2020, regulating the zoning of Komodo National Park in Manggarai Barat […]

Policy Basis for Nature Tourism and Conservation Management in Indonesia

The management of nature tourism and natural resource conservation in Indonesia is regulated through various laws and regulations that serve as legal foundations and operational guidelines for the government, conservation area managers, and tourism operators. Some of the key policy bases include: Policy Basis for Nature Tourism and Conservation Management in Indonesia 1. Ministry of […]

Fauna of Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park is world-famous as the habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis)—the largest lizard on Earth and a top predator in the park’s ecosystems. But this remarkable conservation area is also home to a rich variety of other terrestrial and marine wildlife that make it one of Indonesia’s most important biodiversity hotspots. Komodo […]

Flora of Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park is not only famous for its legendary giant lizard, the Komodo dragon, but also for its rich and unique plant diversity. The flora of the park is spread across various ecosystems, ranging from coastal mangrove forests to inland savannas and monsoon forests. These plant communities play a vital role in supporting wildlife […]