Raja Ampat isn’t just another dot on Indonesia’s mining map. It’s the beating heart of the Bird’s Head Seascape, a global biodiversity stronghold whose reefs, mangroves, and seagrass meadows buffer … Continue Reading Nickel at the Edge of Paradise: Why Mining in Raja Ampat Is a Terrible Bargain
West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost province, is one of the most ecologically rich and biologically diverse regions on Earth. From the towering peaks of the Central Highlands to the turquoise waters … Continue Reading West Papua: A Global Biodiversity Hotspot and Model for Nature Conservation
Introduction West Papua, located on the western half of New Guinea island, is one of the last frontiers of untouched biodiversity on Earth. With rugged highlands, deep rainforests, and rich … Continue Reading Guardians of Eden: West Papua’s Biodiversity and Indonesia’s Commitment to Conservation
By West Papua Online Introduction The phrase “West Papua Ecocide” has gained currency in activist circles, particularly in relation to issues like deforestation, palm oil plantations, and alleged violations of … Continue Reading Debunking the ‘Ecocide’ Narrative in West Papua — A Balanced Look at Deforestation, Palm Oil, and Indigenous Rights
The Vogelkop Superb Bird-of-Paradise (Lophorina niedda). Picture source : TKSST West Papua, located on the western half of New Guinea island, is one of the most biologically rich and ecologically … Continue Reading The Unique Fauna of West Papua: Spotlight on the Vogelkop Superb Bird-of-Paradise
The following article was first published on 25 Oktober 2021 TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Papua has a wealth of interesting flora and fauna. One of them is Burung Rangkong or in … Continue Reading Get acquainted with Si Bule, the Nosy and Funny Papuan Hornbill
Tropical glacier in Papua is one of a handful left in the world Local tribe in the mountain range considers the glacier a sacred site JAKARTA: Indonesia’s little-known glacier may … Continue Reading Melting faster than ever, Indonesia’s little-known glacier may disappear by 2025
Sorong, West Papua (ANTARA) – A joint team of personnel from the West Papua Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) and Agricultural Quarantine Office foiled an attempt to smuggle 59 endemic … Continue Reading West Papua authorities foil attempt to smuggle 59 endemic birds, reptiles
Indonesia is a large country and is rich in natural and cultural resources. One of the islands that has a lot of natural and cultural wealth is Papua. So what … Continue Reading The uniqueness of the Papua region that cannot be found in other regions
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – So far it is known that glass fish only live and are easily found in the Digul River and swamps in Boven Digoel Regency, Bian River, Kumbe … Continue Reading Glass Fish Appears in Wawiyer Lake, Papua, Unique Shape and Has Many Names
IDXChannel – The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries encourages the establishment of a candidate for the Maksegara waters conservation area on the north coast of West Papua. This step … Continue Reading Protecting Marine Potential, KKP Supports West Papua to Become a Conservation Province
I recently traveled to West Papua, Indonesia to dive the epicenter of marine biodiversity, Raja Ampat (“Four Kings” in Indonesian). In addition to incredible fish life, manta rays and a … Continue Reading In search of Wilson’s bird-of-paradise in West Papua — Photofocus
BARNABAS SUEBU, the Governor of Papua, works for West Papuan people and peacefully channels West Papuan aspirations to the central Government of Indonesia which has legally and helpfully developed the … Continue Reading True Hero of West Papua