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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 […]

Aggregations of Plectropomus areolatus and Epinephelus fuscoguttatus in Komodo National Park, Monitoring and Management Implications

Komodo National Park (KNP), located in Eastern Indonesia, is not only famous for the Komodo dragon but also for its rich marine biodiversity — especially reef fish species like groupers (Serranidae). Among these, two commercially valuable species — Plectropomus areolatus (squaretail coral grouper) and Epinephelus fuscoguttatus (brown-marbled grouper) — are known to form seasonal spawning […]

Corticosterone Measurement in Komodo Dragon Shed Skin

Corticosterone is the main glucocorticoid hormone in reptiles, playing a key role in their stress response and physiology. Traditionally, scientists measured this hormone using blood or fecal samples, which reflect hormone levels over short periods. However, a novel method using shed skin has been tested for Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis), offering a way to assess […]

Coral Reef Health Analysis Using CPCe Software at Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Introduction Coral reefs are among the most valuable coastal ecosystems on Earth. They provide habitat and food for countless marine species, protect shorelines from strong waves and erosion, and support fisheries and tourism. Monitoring their condition is essential to inform conservation and management efforts. A scientific study conducted at Komodo National Park in East Nusa […]

A New Genus of Murid Rodent from the Komodo Islands in Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

In a scientific study published in the Journal of Mammalogy in 1980, researchers Guy G. Musser and Boeadi described a previously unrecognized genus of murid rodent from the Komodo Islands region of Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This discovery highlights the remarkable and unique biodiversity of the Lesser Sunda Islands, a series of islands lying east of […]

Pink Beach in Komodo Island – A Natural Wonder in Komodo National Park

Pink Beach on Komodo Island is one of the most iconic and rare beaches in the world — famous for its delicate pink sands, clear turquoise waters, and vibrant marine life. Located within Komodo National Park in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, this stunning shoreline is a must‑visit destination for travelers exploring the natural beauty of […]

Komodo Speed Boat Tour – Fast, Flexible & Full-Day Adventure

A Komodo Speed Boat Tour is a popular and exciting way to explore the spectacular Komodo National Park in a single day — especially for travelers who have limited time in Labuan Bajo or prefer not to stay overnight on a traditional boat. Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in East Nusa Tenggara, […]

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 […]