Towards Sustainable Eco-mina Tourism: Biophysical Characterization and Development Pathways of Mangrove Ecosystems in Sorong District, Southwest Papua, Indonesia

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Fisheries Science Study Program, Indonesian Muslim University, Jl. Urip Sumoharjo, KM. 5, Makassar 90245, South Sulawesi, Indonesia.

2 Fisheries Science Study Program, Indonesian Muslim University, Jl. Urip Sumoharjo, KM. 5, Makassar 90245, South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Abstract

Mangrove ecosystems provide essential coastal protection, biodiversity support, and ecosystem services, making them prime candidates for sustainable eco-mina tourism development. This study evaluated the biophysical characteristics and development potential of mangrove ecosystems in Sorong District, Southwest Papua, Indonesia, to support sustainable tourism planning. Field surveys at three stations assessed mangrove species composition, structural characteristics, and ecological indices, while water and soil quality parameters were measured and integrated into a weighted land suitability analysis. Results indicate that mangrove stands are dominated by Rhizophora apiculata and Bruguiera gymnorrhiza, with secondary species such as Avicennia alba and Xylocarpus moluccensis enhancing biodiversity and regeneration potential. Ecological indices reveal moderate to high species diversity and evenness, indicating stability. Importantly, land suitability analysis classified all surveyed stations as suitable (S2) for eco-mina tourism, with Station 3 showing the highest suitability score. Water and soil quality were generally favorable, though some localized nutrient limitations suggest careful environmental management. Sorong’s mangrove ecosystems demonstrate strong potential for sustainable eco-mina tourism, with land suitability and ecological integrity supporting strategic development.

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Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries
Volume 29, Issue 5
September and October 2025
Pages 235-253

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