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Characteristics of Target and Indicator Coral Reef Fish Community Structure in the Waters of Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park, located in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is not only globally renowned for its Komodo dragons but also for its diverse coral reef ecosystems. These reefs support a wide array of marine life, with reef fish playing crucial roles in reef health and ecosystem functioning. Recent research has examined the community structure of […]

Invasive Toads Are Close to but Absent from Komodo National Park — A Conservation Concern

Komodo National Park — famed for its Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and unique wildlife — lies in the Wallacea region of Indonesia, an area rich in endemic species but vulnerable to biological invasions. Recent research has investigated the potential threat posed by an invasive amphibian species, the Asian common toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus), and whether it […]

Impact of Destination Image, Place Attachment, Tourist Satisfaction on Tourist Loyalty at Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve in Indonesia — is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, rich marine biodiversity, and the legendary Komodo dragon. Beyond its natural wonders, the park is also a living laboratory for understanding how visitors form emotional connections with a place and how these connections influence […]

Folk Knowledge and Distribution of the Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) on Flores Island, Indonesia

Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis) are the largest living lizards on Earth and one of Indonesia’s most iconic species. While these powerful reptiles are best known from Komodo National Park — including Komodo, Rinca, and nearby islands — ethnobiological research shows that they have also existed historically on the larger island of Flores. A study investigating […]

Feeding Dragons in Komodo National Park, Tourism Attraction vs Conservation Challenge

Komodo National Park — home to the world’s largest living lizard, the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) — has long attracted visitors from around the globe. These apex carnivores are a major draw for tourists eager to see them in the wild, but this popularity has also led to controversial wildlife-feeding practices with complex implications for […]

Exit the Dragon, The Collapse of Co-Management at Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Komodo National Park in eastern Indonesia is one of the most iconic protected areas in the world. Famous for its Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) — the planet’s largest lizard — and its rich marine biodiversity, the park has also been the site of important experiments in conservation governance. From 2005 to 2010, managers attempted a […]

Economic Valuation of Komodo National Park, Understanding Its Monetary and Development Importance

Komodo National Park, located in West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is a globally recognized natural treasure — famous for the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and its extraordinary ecosystem. Beyond ecological significance, the park also holds substantial economic value, particularly through tourism and its wider contribution to regional development. Why Economic Valuation Matters Economic […]

Distribution, Seasonal Use, and Predation of Incubation Mounds of Orange-Footed Scrubfowl on Komodo Island, Indonesia

Komodo Island, part of the Komodo National Park in eastern Indonesia, is not only famous for its largest lizard species — the Komodo dragon — but also for the unique ecological interactions between wildlife species. A scientific study investigated the distribution, seasonal use, and predation risks of incubation mounds created by the orange-footed scrubfowl (Megapodius […]

Cultural and Social Welfare Approaches in Komodo National Park to Support National Security

Komodo National Park, located in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is famous not only for its unique Komodo dragons but also as a strategic area that reflects Indonesia’s cultural identity and national security interests. In the literature review “Cultural and Social Welfare Approaches in Komodo National Park to Support National Security,” researchers explore how cultural values […]

Community Participation and a Sustainable Tourism Development Model in Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park (KNP), one of Indonesia’s most iconic conservation and tourism destinations, has experienced rapid growth in visitor numbers over recent years. While tourism brings economic opportunities, its long-term success depends on how well local communities are involved in planning and benefit sharing. A 2020 study published in the Journal of Environmental Management and […]