Community-centric importance and performance evaluation of Human-Orangutan Conflict management in Aceh, Indonesia

• DOI: 10.1016/j.tfp.2024.100510
• Publication Date: 2024-02-04T06:42:59Z
• Authors: Sapta Suhardono; Laili Fitria; Iva Yenis Septiariva; Mega Mutiara Sari; Nova Ulhasanah; Wisnu Prayogo; Nur Novilina Arif...; Dwinto Martri Aji...; I Wayan Koko Sury...
• Keywords: Importance-performance analysis; Community-based conservation; Wildlife management; Human-Orangutan Conflict; Forestry; SD1-669.5; QK900-989; Plant ecology; 01 natural sciences; Aceh; 0105 earth and related environmental sciences

This study presents an Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) to evaluate the management strategies for Human-Orangutan Conflict (HOC) in Aceh, Indonesia. Utilizing IPA Grid, research categorizes various into four quadrants, each reflecting different levels of community-perceived importance and performance. Strategies like "Orangutan-Safe Fences" "Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) Orangutans" Quadrant A are both important performing well, underscoring effectiveness current efforts these areas. Significantly, "Traditional Measures Orangutan Deterrence," which include non-harmful, traditional methods such as use specific noise deterrents, physical barriers, community-led patrols discourage orangutans from entering human areas, alongside "Quick Response Program Incidents," placed B.. In C, "Strengthen Law Enforcement Conservation Policies" deemed less crucial underperforming, suggesting a lower priority immediate resource allocation. Lastly, D includes well-performing but critical "Early Warning Systems Presence" "Raise Local Awareness About Orangutans," pointing potential over-investment. The study's findings advocate strategic reallocation resources highlight aligning conservation with community priorities effective sustainable HOC management.