v14i2.381

eISSN: 1800-427X (online)
DOI:10.47605/tapro.v14i2.381

Submitted date: 22 January 2025
Accepted date: 22 October 2025
Published date: 28 November 2025
Pp. 293–295.

Book Review: Spesies Apakah Itu? [What Species Is That?]

Y. Purwanto, E. Munawaroh & W. Sujarwo
*Corresponding author. E-mail: wawan.sujarwo@brin.go.id

Indonesia is known as a megadiverse country with an extraordinary richness of biological diversity. However, the public’s understanding of what species are, how they are identified, and their primary importance for life and conservation remains limited. In this context, the book Spesies Apakah Itu? Menjawab Pertanyaan Pertama dari Penggemar Alam Sejati is a relevant and urgent work. The book “Spesies Apakah Itu? Menjawab Pertanyaan Pertama dari Penggemar Alam Sejati” was written by a team of scientists and biodiversity observers, and edited by Mochamad Indrawan, Anargha Setiadi, Wellyzar Sjamsuridzal, and Himmah Rustiami. This book combines scientific, participatory, and cultural approaches to explain the meaning of species and the importance of community involvement in conservation efforts.

Section Editor: Ron Lilley