Mangrove Distribution Mapping for Sustainable Utilization and Management (Case Study Langsa City, Aceh)

Abstract

Mangroves are vegetation that has the most crucial role both for coastal ecosystems and human life. However, as the vegetation with the highest productivity globally, mangroves also experience distribution problems caused by anthropogenic activities. The problem of mangrove distribution occurs not only in the world but also in Langsa City, Aceh. Therefore, the distribution of mangroves must be regularly recorded for sustainable management and utilization. One of the uses of technology currently developing for monitoring the distribution of mangroves is remote sensing (mapping). This study aims to map the distribution of mangroves in Langsa City in 2021 so that further studies can be carried out on the management and utilization carried out by stakeholders in Langsa City. The method used in this research is mapping and descriptive analysis. This study uses Landsat 8 OLI image data recorded in 2021. This study provides results (1) the distribution of mangroves in Langsa City based on the administrative boundaries of the city, sub-district, and kelurahan, (2) sustainable and sustainable management and utilization policies of mangroves by stakeholders both for tourist attractions and other activities, to maintain the mangrove ecosystem. The results of this study are the distribution of mangroves in Langsa City of 4,538.44 Ha. The distribution of mangroves is divided into two sub-districts and eight villages. Management and utilization must be carried out by making policies and having clear objectives, so that the sustainability of mangrove distribution will be maintained.