Raja Ampat Guide | Papua Barat | Indonesia
Why is Raja Ampat so species rich?
Sea conditions around Raja Ampat have remained relatively stable for millions of years, this, combined with a great diversity of habitats, has enabled a huge biodiversity to develop. Located at the crossroads of two major continents (Asia and Australia) with a complex set of islands around the whole of the Birds Head Seascape, conditions have been ideal for speciation to occur. Ie the evolution of new species. Hence the comment – “Raja Ampat is one giant species factory”
Senin, 30 Juni 2008
Kamis, 26 Juni 2008
Raja Ampat | Papua barat | Indonesia
Raja Ampat | Papua barat | Indonesia
source rajaampat.org
The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land
and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world.
The area’s massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease —threats that now jeopardize the survival of corals around the world. In addition, Raja Ampat’s strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat’s coral diversity, resilience to threats, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection.
source rajaampat.org
The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land
and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world.
The area’s massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease —threats that now jeopardize the survival of corals around the world. In addition, Raja Ampat’s strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat’s coral diversity, resilience to threats, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection.
Selasa, 24 Juni 2008
Raja Ampat Guide | Papua Barat | Indonesia | History
Raja Ampat Guide | Papua Barat | Indonesia | History
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
(Redirected from Raja Ampat)
Jump to: navigation, search
Map of the Raja Ampat Islands
Map of the Raja Ampat Islands
Located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on the island of New Guinea, Raja Ampat, or the Four Kings, is an archipelago comprising over 1,500 small islands, cays and shoals surrounding the four main islands of Misool, Salawati, Batanta and Waigeo. It encompasses more than 9.8 million acres (40,000 km²) of land and sea, which also contains Cenderawasih Bay, the largest marine national park in Indonesia. It is a part of the newly named West Papua (province) of Indonesia which was formerly Irian Jaya.
According to the Conservation International Rapid Assessment Bulletin the marine life diversity is considerably greater than all other areas sampled in the Coral Triangle of Indonesia, Philippines and Papua New Guinea. The Coral Triangle is the heart of the world's coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat are possibly the richest in the world. The area's massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease - threats that now jeopardise the survival of corals around the world, though the area is remote and relatively untouched by humans. In addition, Raja Ampat's strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat's coral diversity, resilience, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection, as human activity here has the potential to be catastrophic.
Over 1,070 fish species, 537 coral species (a remarkable 96% of all scleratinia recorded from Indonesia are likely to occur in these islands), and 699 mollusc species, the variety of marine life is staggering.[citation needed] Some areas boast enormous schools of fish and regular sightings of sharks, such as wobbegongs.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
(Redirected from Raja Ampat)
Jump to: navigation, search
Map of the Raja Ampat Islands
Map of the Raja Ampat Islands
Located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on the island of New Guinea, Raja Ampat, or the Four Kings, is an archipelago comprising over 1,500 small islands, cays and shoals surrounding the four main islands of Misool, Salawati, Batanta and Waigeo. It encompasses more than 9.8 million acres (40,000 km²) of land and sea, which also contains Cenderawasih Bay, the largest marine national park in Indonesia. It is a part of the newly named West Papua (province) of Indonesia which was formerly Irian Jaya.
According to the Conservation International Rapid Assessment Bulletin the marine life diversity is considerably greater than all other areas sampled in the Coral Triangle of Indonesia, Philippines and Papua New Guinea. The Coral Triangle is the heart of the world's coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat are possibly the richest in the world. The area's massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease - threats that now jeopardise the survival of corals around the world, though the area is remote and relatively untouched by humans. In addition, Raja Ampat's strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat's coral diversity, resilience, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection, as human activity here has the potential to be catastrophic.
Over 1,070 fish species, 537 coral species (a remarkable 96% of all scleratinia recorded from Indonesia are likely to occur in these islands), and 699 mollusc species, the variety of marine life is staggering.[citation needed] Some areas boast enormous schools of fish and regular sightings of sharks, such as wobbegongs.
Kamis, 19 Juni 2008
Raja ampat guide | Papua Barat | Indonesia
Raja ampat guide | Papua Barat | Indonesia
Dear blogger,....
Setelah hasil musyawarah dan mufakat dipilihlah penanggung jawab dari pariwisata11 ini untuk meriset dan mengembangkan domain2 yang ada ini raja ampat guide untuk mensukseskan program pariwisata Indonesia pada umumnya baik secara nasional maupun International serta mengangkat potensi wilayah tersebut agar lebih maju dan dikenal diseluruh dunia, karena banyak potensi2 yang saat ini belum tergali dan terekspose secara luas baik secara media maupun dunia maya sekalipun . Maka disinilah kami mengajak kepada para blogger untuk berpartisipasi mengangkat raja ampat guide untuk dapat eksistensi secara nasional maupun International
Dear blogger,....
Setelah hasil musyawarah dan mufakat dipilihlah penanggung jawab dari pariwisata11 ini untuk meriset dan mengembangkan domain2 yang ada ini raja ampat guide untuk mensukseskan program pariwisata Indonesia pada umumnya baik secara nasional maupun International serta mengangkat potensi wilayah tersebut agar lebih maju dan dikenal diseluruh dunia, karena banyak potensi2 yang saat ini belum tergali dan terekspose secara luas baik secara media maupun dunia maya sekalipun . Maka disinilah kami mengajak kepada para blogger untuk berpartisipasi mengangkat raja ampat guide untuk dapat eksistensi secara nasional maupun International
Langganan:
Postingan (Atom)