Assessing the Biodiversity Potential at Universitas Palangka Raya: A Strategic Pathway toward Sustainable Green Campus
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This study analyzes the biodiversity of flora and fauna at the Palangka Raya University campus as an initial step toward developing a sustainable green campus. Field surveys, direct observations, and the Shannon–Wiener diversity index (H') were used to assess the campus’s biodiversity potential. The results indicate that the flora diversity on campus is moderate to high (H' = 2.035), dominated by pioneer species such as ferns and grass. However, the presence of large trees like Johar (Senna siamea) and Pulai Rawa (Alstonia pneumatophora) highlights ongoing ecosystem regeneration with promising potential. The bird community recorded a diversity index of H' = 1.817, with House Sparrows (Passeridae Illiger) dominating, reflecting adaptation to disturbed habitats, while other species required additional habitat elements. Meanwhile, the herpetofauna community showed an H' value of 1.946, indicating moderate to high diversity, with frogs and toads dominating, indicating a habitat that supports high moisture and vegetation cover. The Palangka Raya University campus has significant potential to be developed as a biodiversity conservation area. Policy recommendations include habitat restoration through the planting of native species, controlling invasive species, and optimizing green open space management to support the regeneration of flora and fauna. Future research should focus on long-term monitoring and in-depth analysis of the role of biodiversity in supporting ecosystem functions. With proper management, the campus can serve as a biodiversity conservation model that contributes to sustainability at both the local and regional levels.
Keywords: biodiversity, green campus, flora and fauna, University of Palangka Raya, conservation, sustainable development
DOI：https://doi.org/10.62321/issn.1000-1298.2025.1.2
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