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Ecotourism Suitability of Rouwno Kima Garden in Roon District, Teluk Wondama Regency

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The Rouwno Giant Clam Garden was a coastal area within the utilization zone of Cenderawasih Bay National Park (TNTC) with high potential for the development of conservation-based marine ecotourism. This study purpose was to assess the area's suitability as an ecotourism destination using the Tourism Suitability Index (TIC). Data collection was conducted through direct observation of biophysical parameters such as clam species, coral cover, depth, clarity, current velocity, beach type, and other aquatic ecological characteristics. Four clam species and coral reef conditions were found, with an average coral cover of 74%, indicating a good coastal ecosystem. The TIC of 2.445 placed the Rouwno Giant Clam Garden in the "Suitable" category for marine ecotourism, particularly snorkeling and educational tours of clams. However, several factors, such as beach width, remain limitations that require consideration in management planning. Overall, this area had strong potential for development as a conservation-based ecotourism destination involving local communities.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18410486

Authors: Mangguali, Krisensia Yayuk, Sinery, Anton, Kesaulija, Fransina, Sari, Ice Anugrah, Amisah, Amisah

Institutions: Universitas Papua, Tadulako University, Universitas Caritas Indonesia

Language: English

Topic: Soil and Land Suitability Analysis

Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Life below water, Life on land

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7126070176

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