A bibliometric and systematic literature review of seagrass conservation for sustainable management.

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Wardi Kurniawan , Dana Ainal Hasan

DOI:

10.65622/jbee.v1i3.183

Published:

2025-12-30

Issue:

Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): December

Keywords:

seagrass conservation, management sustainability, systematic literature review, bibliometric analysis

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Kurniawan, W., & Hasan, D. A. (2025). A bibliometric and systematic literature review of seagrass conservation for sustainable management. Journal of Biology, Environment, and Edu-Tourism, 1(3), 165–173. https://doi.org/10.65622/jbee.v1i3.183

Abstract

This study explores sustainable seagrass management in Gili Kondo, Indonesia, through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), bibliometric mapping, and Likert-scale surveys of local fishermen. The aim is to assess global and national trends in blue carbon, ecosystem services, and community-based conservation, while analyzing fishermen’s perceptions of conservation and policy. Bibliometric results identify four research clusters: ecological resilience, blue carbon, community engagement, and policy integration. Quantitative analysis shows high knowledge (mean = 4.3) and positive conservation attitudes (mean = 4.1), but moderate perceptions of government support (mean = 3.2). Findings indicate that community awareness is strong, yet policy and institutional coordination require improvement. The study concludes that adaptive, science-based, and participatory governance is crucial for sustaining seagrass ecosystems. This research contributes to strengthening blue carbon policy frameworks and provides a replicable model for coastal management in small island regions.

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Author Biographies

Wardi Kurniawan, Universitas Mataram

Dana Ainal Hasan, Master of Science Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sebelas Maret University

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