The Land
Introducing, Indonesia,
a vast archipelago composed of over 13,000 islands varying in
size from tiny isles to landmasses bigger than many European
countries. From fine white sand beaches to impenetrable mangrove
swamps or rocky volcanic cliffs, at sea level each island group
boasts a unique geography. Compiling a mixture of cultures,
people, religions, scenery, problems and aspirations, this land
is unmatched in South-East Asia.
Flora and Fauna
Located at a crossroad of
several of the world’s main eco-graphical regions, the
variety of flora and fauna is simply incredible. Many indigenous
species such as the Komodo Dragon, Proboscis Monkeys and Spiny
Anteaters are known only to Indonesia. Several other species,
linking geological evidence that the archipelago was once connected
to Asia such as the Rhinoceros, elephant, leopard and tiger
are also in existence.
The vast assortment of plant
life, such as the clove and nutmeg, put Indonesia on the world
map at the height of the legendary Spice Trade. Up until the
modern day, Indonesia is still yielding new species of plants
used by Western pharmaceutical companies. The lush tropical
forests are so abundant, scientists believe there are still
several unidentified species waiting to be discovered.
Bird life is thriving from
cockatoos and macaws to the famous Bird of Paradise and flightless
Cassowary. Closer to the sea, an array of kingfishers, offsprey,
eagles and falcons soar freely over the reefs.
Below the surface, the marine
life is what attracts divers to the region. Indonesia’s
reef are a rainbow of colors, ...
Conservation Projects
Headed by Cody Swaiko, a
20 year veteran of Komodo Diving, in conjunction with The Nature
Conservancy, the Komodo Foundation was formed........