Nila Kartika Wati
- Environment and Nature
- October 24, 2026
- 18 views
Rising Whale Strandings in Indonesia Spark Urgent Calls for Enhanced Marine Conservation Infrastructure
The quiet morning of Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Parangkusumo Beach in Bantul, Yogyakarta, was shattered by the discovery of a nine-meter-long whale stranded in the intertidal zone. The incident,…
- Environment and Nature
- October 23, 2026
- 17 views
Reclaiming the Blue: The Struggle and Revival of Traditional Marine Governance in Negeri Liang Maluku
The rhythmic drone of outboard motors slices through the morning mist at Inasela Beach in Negeri Liang, Central Maluku, signaling the start of another grueling day for the local fishing…
- Environment and Nature
- September 25, 2026
- 43 views
Global expansion of harmful algae blooms signals critical imbalance in marine ecosystems and coastal stability
The silent, rapidly expanding crisis of harmful algal blooms (HABs) has emerged as a significant threat to global marine health and economic stability. According to a landmark study published in…
- Environment and Nature
- September 22, 2026
- 66 views
Prehistoric Apex Predators Discovered in Mammoth Cave Reveal Secrets of Ancient Marine Ecosystems
Millions of years before the first dinosaur walked the Earth, the shallow seas covering much of the planet were already dominated by formidable predators that occupied the top of the…
- Environment and Nature
- September 15, 2026
- 32 views
Wawonii Residents Fight to Reclaim Marine Ecosystems Amid Destructive Fishing and Extractive Industrial Threats
The coastal residents of Wawonii Island in Southeast Sulawesi are locked in a persistent struggle to safeguard their marine and forest resources from an encroaching double threat: the rampant use…
- Environment and Nature
- September 15, 2026
- 27 views
Indonesia as a Vital Marine Corridor: Safeguarding the Future of Cetaceans Amidst Growing Anthropogenic Threats
Indonesia sits at the critical crossroads of the world’s oceans, serving as a biological bridge between the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Within its vast archipelagic waters, the nation hosts 37…
- Environment and Nature
- September 14, 2026
- 41 views
Oarfish Sighting in Lombok Triggers Debate Over Seismic Myths and Marine Environmental Shifts
The discovery of an oarfish (Regalecus glesne) on the shores of Pink Beach in Sekaroh Village, East Lombok, on August 25, 2026, has reignited a long-standing cultural and scientific debate…
- Environment and Nature
- September 13, 2026
- 51 views
Sperm Whale Stranding at Afe Taduma Beach Highlights Critical Conservation Challenges in North Maluku Marine Corridors
A massive female sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) was discovered deceased and stranded on the shores of Afe Taduma Beach, Ternate, North Maluku, on Monday, September 8, 2026. The carcass, measuring…
- Environment and Nature
- July 23, 2026
- 111 views
From Chemical Engineering to Marine Conservation the Transformative Journey of Darmawan Ahmad Mukharror in Redefining Shark Protection in Indonesia
The narrative of shark conservation in Indonesia is undergoing a profound transformation, led by individuals who bridge the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and sustainable economic models. At the forefront…
- Environment and Nature
- May 28, 2026
- 54 views
The Environmental and Social Cost of Shrimp Farm Expansion in East Lombok: A Crisis for Traditional Fishermen and Marine Ecosystems
In the coastal village of Sepolong, located in the Labuhan Haji District of East Lombok, Alisah, a 70-year-old fisherman, stands on the shore and gazes at a long line of…
- Environment and Nature
- May 23, 2026
- 61 views
The Silent Threat of Acoustic Pollution to the Survival of Indonesia’s Marine Turtle Populations and Coastal Biodiversity
In the sprawling archipelago of Indonesia, the rhythmic sound of crashing waves and rustling coastal winds is increasingly being drowned out by the thrum of human activity. From the vibrant…
