Ichthyofaunal Diversity in Rivers Traversed by the Jambi–Riau Toll Road

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10.2991/978-94-6463-942-1_11How to use a DOI?

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Baseline Assessment; Fish Diversity; Freshwater Ecology; High Conservation Value (HCV)

Abstract

The construction of the Jambi–Riau Toll Road, which traverses several major river systems in central Sumatra, raises ecological concerns regarding the potential impact on freshwater fish biodiversity. This study was conducted to assess the baseline diversity and ecological condition of fish fauna in rivers intersected by the toll road corridor, providing essential information for environmental management and mitigation planning. A rapid assessment approach was employed at three main rivers Batanghari, Pangabuan, and Cenaku using purposive sampling and multi-gear fish collection methods (gill nets, traps, and cast nets) to capture representative species composition. A total of 45 native fish species were recorded across the three rivers. The Pangabuan River exhibited the highest abundance of individuals, while the Batanghari River showed the greatest species richness. Several endemic and economically valuable taxa were identified, indicating that these rivers support important aquatic biodiversity. The findings highlight the need for conservation-oriented planning during toll road development, particularly to minimize habitat fragmentation and water quality degradation. These baseline data provide a reference for future biodiversity monitoring and support the integration of high conservation value (HCV) principles into regional infrastructure development.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Tedjo Sukmono
AU  - Pradita E. P. Utomo
AU  - Musadat Musadat
AU  - Dwi N. Adhiasto
AU  - Yoppie Wulanda
AU  - Rizky J. Magwa
AU  - Laura H. Yunita
AU  - Febrina Rolin
AU  - Yusyam Leni
AU  - Tri S. Putra
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/29
TI  - Ichthyofaunal Diversity in Rivers Traversed by the Jambi–Riau Toll Road
BT  - Proceedings of the 3rd International Seminar on Fish and Fisheries Sciences (ISFFS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 113
EP  - 130
SN  - 2468-5747
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-942-1_11
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-942-1_11
ID  - Sukmono2025
ER  -