Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management
Preserving the unique ecosystems of specific coastal areas is crucial for environmental health and the welfare of local communities. This study explores the rich biodiversity of flora and fauna along the Kedah state coastline, a 440 km stretch along the Strait of Malacca. Through meticulous site sur...
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| description | Preserving the unique ecosystems of specific coastal areas is crucial for environmental health and the welfare of local communities. This study explores the rich biodiversity of flora and fauna along the Kedah state coastline, a 440 km stretch along the Strait of Malacca. Through meticulous site surveys and comprehensive data collection across multiple locations, followed by laboratory analyses, this research reveals a vibrant tapestry of life. The Kedah coastal area boasts a remarkable diversity, with 60 fish species identified, predominantly from the Carangidae (12 %) and Mugilidae (10 %) families. Additionally, five marine mammal species were documented, though turtles and terrapins were notably absent. The condition of coral reefs varied, with ''fair'' conditions observed at stations St-1 and St-2 (31.67 % and 35.67 % live coral, respectively), and ''poor'' conditions at St-3 (10.67 % live coral). High densities of phytoplankton, zooplankton, macrobenthos, and seaweed were recorded, whereas seagrass vegetation was absent. The study on Kedah’s coastal flora and fauna revealed a diverse range of species, including fish, marine mammals, corals, phytoplankton, zooplankton, macrobenthos, and seaweed. Coral reefs were found to be in varying conditions, with some needing restoration. The study recommends long-term monitoring, seasonal surveys, and focused research on key species. Habitat protection, community awareness, and sustainable practices are also emphasized to preserve the ecological balance of these marine environments. Moreover, the findings of this study provide a critical understanding of the Kedah coastal ecosystem and offer valuable insights for local authorities to develop effective conservation strategies. This research underscores the importance of preserving biodiversity to maintain ecological balance and support sustainable development in coastal regions. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-332e3af681ad4047ba7bd5cd356355bc2025-08-20T02:34:35ZengElsevierResults in Engineering2590-12302024-12-012410312010.1016/j.rineng.2024.103120Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable managementEbrahim Al-Qadami0Mohd Adib Mohammad Razi1Mohamad Fahmi Mohamad Ideris2Mahran Mahamud3Syed Muzzamil Hussain Shah4Jaan H. Pu5Mugahed Amran6Siva Avudaiappan7Alberto González Figueroa8Eco Hydrology Technology Research Centre (Eco-Hytech), Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Parit Raja, 86400, Malaysia; Corresponding author.Eco Hydrology Technology Research Centre (Eco-Hytech), Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Parit Raja, 86400, Malaysia; Corresponding author.Department of Irrigation and Drainage Malaysia, Coastal Division, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDepartment of Irrigation and Drainage Malaysia, Coastal Division, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaInterdisciplinary Research Center for Membranes and Water Security, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, 31261, Saudi ArabiaFaculty of Engineering and Informatics, University of Bradford, Bradford, DB7 1DP, UKDepartment of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, 11942 Alkharj, Saudi ArabiaDepartamento de Ciencias de la Construcción, Facultad de Ciencias de la Construcción y Ordenamiento Territorial, Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana, Santiago, ChileFacultad de Química y Biología, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins no 3363, Estación Central, Santiago, ChilePreserving the unique ecosystems of specific coastal areas is crucial for environmental health and the welfare of local communities. This study explores the rich biodiversity of flora and fauna along the Kedah state coastline, a 440 km stretch along the Strait of Malacca. Through meticulous site surveys and comprehensive data collection across multiple locations, followed by laboratory analyses, this research reveals a vibrant tapestry of life. The Kedah coastal area boasts a remarkable diversity, with 60 fish species identified, predominantly from the Carangidae (12 %) and Mugilidae (10 %) families. Additionally, five marine mammal species were documented, though turtles and terrapins were notably absent. The condition of coral reefs varied, with ''fair'' conditions observed at stations St-1 and St-2 (31.67 % and 35.67 % live coral, respectively), and ''poor'' conditions at St-3 (10.67 % live coral). High densities of phytoplankton, zooplankton, macrobenthos, and seaweed were recorded, whereas seagrass vegetation was absent. The study on Kedah’s coastal flora and fauna revealed a diverse range of species, including fish, marine mammals, corals, phytoplankton, zooplankton, macrobenthos, and seaweed. Coral reefs were found to be in varying conditions, with some needing restoration. The study recommends long-term monitoring, seasonal surveys, and focused research on key species. Habitat protection, community awareness, and sustainable practices are also emphasized to preserve the ecological balance of these marine environments. Moreover, the findings of this study provide a critical understanding of the Kedah coastal ecosystem and offer valuable insights for local authorities to develop effective conservation strategies. This research underscores the importance of preserving biodiversity to maintain ecological balance and support sustainable development in coastal regions.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123024013756Flora and faunaKedahFishSeagrass and seaweedsCoral reefsPhytoplankton |
| spellingShingle | Ebrahim Al-Qadami Mohd Adib Mohammad Razi Mohamad Fahmi Mohamad Ideris Mahran Mahamud Syed Muzzamil Hussain Shah Jaan H. Pu Mugahed Amran Siva Avudaiappan Alberto González Figueroa Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management Results in Engineering Flora and fauna Kedah Fish Seagrass and seaweeds Coral reefs Phytoplankton |
| title | Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| title_full | Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| title_fullStr | Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| title_full_unstemmed | Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| title_short | Comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the Kedah coastline: Implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| title_sort | comprehensive biodiversity assessment of flora and fauna along the kedah coastline implications for conservation and sustainable management |
| topic | Flora and fauna Kedah Fish Seagrass and seaweeds Coral reefs Phytoplankton |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123024013756 |
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