Banyuasin waters, an estuarine area, possess high potential in supporting benthic biota and demersal fish. The ecological relationship between these two components is crucial in the aquatic food web. This study aimed to analyze the correlation between abiotic parameters, benthic biota, and demersal fish abundance using scoop nets (sondong) in Banyuasin waters. Benthic biota plays a vital role a…
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Phase Change Material (PCM) derived from mackerel (Scomberomorus commerson) fat in maintaining the freshness quality of shrimp caught by scoop net vessels in the Banyuasin waters, South Sumatra. Three cooling system treatments were tested: crushed ice (control), PCM, and a combination of PCM with crushed ice (mix), using a completely randomized d…
Energy resources are an important factor in the socioeconomic development of a country. The use of fossil fuels as the main source of energy currently has a negative impact on the environment, particularly through carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, environmentally friendly and sustainable energy alternatives, such as biodiesel, are needed. This study examines the potential for producing biodi…
The Banyuasin waters constitute the largest aquatic area in South Sumatra. The high diversity of fish species has driven local communities to engage in fishing activities, particularly targeting demersal fish using scoop nets (sondong). The distribution of demersal fish on the aquatic substrate is closely associated with the organic matter content, as their primary feeding grounds are located o…
Pencemaran perairan oleh mikroplastik dan logam berat merupakan isu lingkungan yang semakin mengkhawatirkan. Mikroplastik, selain bersifat persisten, juga berpotensi sebagai vektor bagi logam berat seperti kadmium (Cd), yang bersifat toksik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh mikroplastik polipropilen (PP) secara tunggal maupun dalam kombinasi dengan logam berat Cd terhadap akti…
The cultivion of star pomfret (Trachinotus blochii) is a promising business opportunity due to its high economic value and rapid growth rate. One way to increase aquaculture productivity is by adding probiotics to the feed. This study aimed to determine the effect of different doses of EM4 probiotics in feed on the survival and growth of star pomfret (Trachinotus blochii) fry. The experiment wa…
Masyarakat di Desa Tridarmayoga Sebagian besar memiliki usaha sampingan menjadi petambak Udang Vaname yang kebanyakan masih menerapkan sistem tambak tradisional. Masyarakat lebih memilih tambak tradisional meskipun memiliki resiko besar dibandingkan tambak intensif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui laju pertumbuhan, hasil produksi, Survival Rate (SR), Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) dan ke…
Fiddler crabs play an important role in the food chain and nitrogen cycle in the mangrove ecosystem. The waters of the Musi River Estuary receive flow from the Musi River and are affected by land activities such as industry, agriculture, plantations and which can pollute the environment. This study aims to measure the levels of lead (Pb) and copper (Cu) in fiddler crabs (Uca spp.) and assess th…
The Musi River Estuary is the estuary of two large rivers (Banyuasin River and Lalan River) in South Sumatra province. The Musi River Estuary accommodates various components of pollutants that enter through the river flow. The fluctuating water quality of the Musi River Estuary is strongly suspected of also affecting the concentration of heavy metals. The purpose of this study was to determine …
Central Bengkulu is one of the regions in Bengkulu Province where sea turtles come ashore to nest and lay eggs. It has a coastline of approximately 28.5 km and is also home to a sea turtle conservation effort located at the Alun Utara Turtle Hatchery in Pekik Nyaring Village, Central Bengkulu Regency. This study aims to analyze the effect of different types of feed on the growth of Green Turtle…
Continuous and uncontrolled human activities (anthropogenic) can trigger pollution, including hydrogen sulfide (H2S) pollution. Increasing water depth leads to a decrease in dissolved oxygen (DO) and an increase in H2S levels. This study aims to analyze DO and H2S concentrations and their relationship based on water depth. Water samples were collected using a water sampler for H2S concentration…
Muara Sungai Musi merupakan kawasan perairan di Sumatera Selatan yang mengalami pencemaran logam berat Pb dan Cu akibat meningkatnya aktivitas manusia di sepanjang aliran sungai. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi spesies polychaeta, menganalisis konsentrasi logam berat Pb dan Cu dalam polychaeta, serta membandingkannya dengan baku mutu yang ditetapkan. Pengambilan sampel dilaksana…
This study aims to analyze the feasibility of cultivating Gracilaria verrucosa seaweed in traditional ponds in Marga Sungsang Village, Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra. The research addresses the issue of declining fish catches during the dry season and the need for alternative livelihoods. A descriptive method was employed, focusing on water quality parameters including salinity, temperature, …
The Musi River Estuary is an estuarine water area that plays an important role in fisheries but is vulnerable to pollution, including microplastics. Microplastic pollution can occur due to low public awareness. Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm that can accumulate in fish bodies. This study aims to identify the types and sizes of microplastics, analyze their abundance, and a…
Anchovy (stolephorus sp) is one of the marine fisheries products found in Lempasing, Lampung Province. Payang nets are one of the fishing tools used by local fishermen to catch anchovies using motorboats as main vessels. This research aims to analyze the relationship between length and weight, growth patterns and condition factors of anchovies caught on the Payang ship in Lempasing waters, Lamp…
Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra, has a vital mangrove ecosystem that plays a crucial role in maintaining coastal balance and disaster mitigation. However, changes in mangrove vegetation due to anthropogenic pressures increase the risk of flooding in this area. This study aims to identify mangrove vegetation land use changes in 2003, 2013, and 2023 and map the flooding potential using a cloud-b…
Maspari Island is a small island located in the Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, South Sumatra Province. Data regarding the ecosystem of Maspari Island is still relatively incomplete and inadequate, making this research necessary. This study aims to analyze the structure of the seaweed community found in the waters of Maspari Island, South Sumatra. The research was conducted in July 2024 using the q…
Fiddler crabs (Uca spp.) play an important role in maintaining ecosystem balance through their function as detritivores and keystone species. The Musi River Estuary, South Sumatra, is the downstream area where the Musi River flows from its upstream region. This estuary is affected by various activities such as agriculture, aquaculture, transportation, and human settlements. These activities can…
Tanjung Carat is dominated by mangrove forests, which have the potential to become a significant source of biogenic hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in the atmosphere. Dissolved hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in water can affect water quality around the mangrove ecosystem. This study aims to measure the concentration of H2S, mangrove density, and the correlation between the two. Pore water samples were taken usi…
Indonesia has the largest mangrove area in the world, South Sumatra as one of the provinces that has great potential, especially in the coastal area of Sungsang. However, mangrove ecosystems in this region have suffered significant damage due to human activities, such as land conversion for agriculture and ponds, so rehabilitation efforts are needed. One of the main challenges in mangrove rehab…
The Horseshoe Crab is one of the protected marine animals because of its role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem and its economic value. However, the existence of the Juveniles Horseshoe Crab (JHC) in the coastal waters of Banyuasin, South Sumatera, is still not widely researched. This study aims to analyze and map the location of JHCs and the number found based on the perception of fi…
Marga Sungsang, Banyuasin, South Sumatra, has an extensive mangrove ecosystem, which is inhabited by Mud Crabs (Scylla spp.) In addition to their delicious taste, Mud Crabs are believed to possess good nutritional value and beneficial fatty acids for the body. However, it should be noted that fatty acids also have the potential to increase cholesterol levels. This study aims to analyze the nutr…
The waters of Tanjung Api-Api and Boom Baru serve as areas for residential settlement, transportation, and port activities. These functions pose potential risks of introducing pollutants such as heavy metals into the aquatic environment. Ballast water is a crucial component of ship operations that helps maintain vessel stability during voyages. However, it may also become a source of environmen…
Maspari Island, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, South Sumatra, faces various environmental threats such as overfishing, marine pollution, climate change, as well as declining populations of turtles and several endangered species. This study aims to identify the ecosystem service components on Maspari Island, analyze the community’s perception levels regarding social, economic, and cultural aspect…
Eksploitasi hewan suatu tindakan yang memanfaatkan demi memperoleh berbagai keuntungan pribadi tanpa memikirkan dampak yang akan terjadi pada hewan. Belangkas termasuk satwa yang dilindungi, di perairan Banyuasin belum adanya penelitian terkait mengenai eksploitasi belangkas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis eksploitasi belangkas berdasarkan presepsi dari nelayan, pengepul, dan konsu…
The activities carried out at Alun Utara Turtle Conservation include the collection and hatching of sea turtle eggs in a safer environment using semi-natural nests. The limited number of hatching experiments conducted at different depths has resulted in the absence of an optimal depth determination. This study aims to analyze the hatching success rate of Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbri…
A. granosa (blood clam) is one of the bivalve species that can be found in Sungsang waters and is a marine biota that has potentially toxic secondary metabolite compounds. Research was conducted to analyze the toxicity of A. granosa meat and shell extracts using 96% ethanol solvent. Samples were taken through random sampling followed by the process of sample preparation, maceration, and extract…
This study aims to analyze the feed efficiency of White Snapper (Lates calcarifer) by using homemade feed from rice bran as well as natural binder Gracilaria sp 5% and 10% and Ulva sp 5% and 10% as an alternative to CMC (Carboximethyl cellulose) as well as the comparison between self-feed and Gracilaria binder sp 10% and commercial feed (Hi Pro Vite) to support the growth rate of White Snapper.…
The condition of Maspari Island is remote and far from human activities, and is influenced by seasonal changes, causing the need for a more in-depth study related to the structure of the macrozoobenthos community in the waters around the coast of Maspari Island. This study aims to assess the structure of the macrozoobenthos epifauna community on Maspari Island. The components studied include di…