Biodiversitas Mangrove di Kawasan Ekowisata Mangrove di Desa Salahaji, Kecamatan Pematang Jaya Kabupaten Langkat

Abstract

Study aims to identify mangrove species diversity in the ecotourism area of Salahaji Village and analyze its ecotourism potential and contribution to climate change mitigation. The research methods include field surveys, mangrove vegetation identification, and environmental parameter measurements. The results indicate that the area hosts 12 mangrove species, predominantly from the Rhizophoraceae family. The measured carbon stock values suggest that this ecosystem has significant potential for carbon sequestration, supporting climate change mitigation efforts. Additionally, mangrove-based ecotourism development can serve as a sustainable conservation strategy by engaging the local community.