Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025): Special Issue of the Journal of Tropical Resources and Sustainable Science (JTRSS);

Theme: “Innovative Approaches in Tropical Resources and Sustainability”

This special issue aims to highlight current advances, innovations, and interdisciplinary approaches in managing tropical resources and promoting sustainable development in tropical regions.

Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

- Sustainable agriculture and aquaculture

- Forest ecology and management

- Climate change adaptation in tropical zones

- Biodiversity and conservation

- Renewable energy in tropical contexts

- Community-based natural resource management

- Waste management and circular economy in the tropics

DOI: https://doi.org/10.47253/jtrss.v13i3

Published: 31-12-2025

Articles

Diversity, Distribution, and Zonation Patterns of Mangrove Species in Sulaman Lake, Tuaran, Sabah

A. Nurul Aqilah, A. R. Muhammad Azmil, Fang Zhen Yang

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Reptile species composition at three forest reserves in the Central Forest Spine ecological corridor B-SL1, Selangor, Malaysia

Muhammad Syaridzwan Baharudin, Noor Faradiana Md Fauzi, Mohammad Shahfiz Azman, Nor Hazwani Ahmad Ruzman, Muhammad Asyraff Azahar, Manoshini Appanan

8-15
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Diversity assessment of tree species in Mount Mayapay, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, Philippines

Shiella Lynn Dali-on Goyo, Justin Wilfred Montehermoso Gloria, Renemar Olita Gumanoy, Harry Abia España, Cornelio Sacquiap Casilac Jr.

16-22
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Rapid assessments of bird species richness in selected forest eco-parks in Perak, Peninsular Malaysia

Nor Hazwani Ahmad Ruzman, Azni Rahman A. Wahid, Mohd Basri Abdul Manaf, Nur Aina Amira Mahyudin, Muhammad Syaridzwan Baharudin, Noor Faradiana Md Fauzi, Manoshini Appanan, Mohammad Shahfiz Azman, Muhammad Asyraff Azahar, Muhammad Asyraf Zainul

22-33
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Assessment of Non-Volant Small Mammals at Lenggor Forest Reserve and Mersing Forest Reserve in Johor, Malaysia

Noor Faradiana Md Fauzi, Muhammad Syaridzwan Baharudin, Mohammad Shahfiz Azman, Nor Hazwani Ahmad Ruzman, Muhammad Asyraff Azahar, Manoshini Appanan

34-41
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Trends and Patterns in the Use of the Contingent Valuation Method for Conservation: A Bibliometric Analysis

Nor Hizami Hassin, Mahirah Kamaludin, Azlina Abd Aziz, Roseliza Mat Alipiah, Muhamad Azahar Abas, Sulaiman Chindo

42-56
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Evaluation of heavy metal contamination and pollution indices in soil from selected dumpsites in Kelantan, Malaysia

Ayuni Nazihah Mohd Ya Ainon, Farah Khaliz Kedri, Irene Christianus, Musfiroh Jani, Nor Sayzwani Sukri

57-63
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Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) assay for rapid detection of Banana Bunchy Top Virus (BBTV) infecting Abaca (Musa textilis Nee) in the major abaca plantations in Caraga Region

Elizabeth P. Parac, Frauline N. Cordova, Joanne A. Langres, Hazel A. Repoylo, Jezmeir Rey C. Porras

64-70
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From Farm to Fork: Evaluating the Socio-Economic and Environmental Impact of Consumer Meat Preferences in Support of Local Agriculture

Rosmah Abd Ghani@Ismail, Siti Nordiyana Isahak, Norfariza Mohd Ali, Nur Fatihah Shaari, Bazri Abu Bakar, Mohd Azim Sardan

71-79
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Isolation, Identification, and Bioefficacy of Indigenous Entomopathogenic Fungi Against Pentalonia nigronervosa Coq. in Abaca

Joanne A. Langres, Princes Gay I. Salvador, Jaymar Dumapias, Elizabeth P. Parac

80-86
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Sustainable Consumption in Practice: Exploring Green Product Purchase Intentions Among Malaysian Adults

Nur Syafiqah Azli, Nurul Hafizah Mohd Yasin, Norsuriani Samsudin, Mazne Ibrahim, Nor Syuhada binti Zulkefli, Nur Dalila Mat Yusoff, Siti Zamanira Mat Zaib

87-94
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Assessing the Role of Knowledge in Shaping Household Solid Waste Management Practices: A Study in Kota Bharu Kelantan

Ain Munirah Satimin, Siti Aisyah Nawawi, Amal Najihah Muhamad Nor, Rabihah Nawawi, Julaina Baistaman, Siti Hajar Ya'acob, Wan Nur Fazni Wan Mohamad Nazarie

95-101
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Species diversity of butterflies (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) in an urban ecosystem, Hutan Bandar Jeli, Kelantan

Nurul Ain Feteriyah Nordin, Farah Khaliz Kedri, Nor Sayzwani Sukri, Aainaa Amir, Irene Christianus

102-109
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Aboveground biomass and carbon sequestration potential of tree species in KRAEFI-Sumile Botanical and Zoological Garden

Janery P. Gonzaga, Cerwina B. Libres, Kendilyn Perolino, Jeshaiah Chen Mopheth B. Aguilar, Shiella Lynn D. Goyo, Joel A. Mercado, Roselyn L. Palaso

110-117
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The Economic Value of Forest Ecosystem Services: Insights from Recreation and Ecotourism

Mukrimah Abdullah, Mohd Parid Mamat, Mohd Basri Abdul Manaf, Mohd Rusli Yacob, Tuan Marina Tuan Ibrahim

118-126
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Roadside Trees Species Selection Model for Environmental Health and Public Safety in MalaysiaRoadside Trees Species Selection Model for Environmental Health and Public Safety in Malaysia

Ramly Hasan, Mohammad Rusdi Mohd Nasir, Wan Saiful Nizam Wan Mohamad, Khalilah Hassan, Ayub Awang, Yeo Lee Bak, Nor Hamizah Abdul Hamid, Nor Diana Aziz

127-133
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Evaluation of groundwater sources using Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI) method in Felda Tersang 02, Raub, Pahang

Noorzamzarina Sulaiman, Nur Iman Farhana Rafii, Nursufiah Sulaiman, Fazrul Razman Sulaiman

134-143
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Geoheritage Potential of Limestone Caves at Felda Chiku 7, Gua Musang, Kelantan, Malaysia

Nursufiah Sulaiman, Nur Aina Zawani Zamri, Noorzamzarina Sulaiman

144-152
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Geophysical investigation of subsurface structure using electrical resistivity imaging (ERI) and induced polarization (IP) methods in metaigneous terrains of Jeli, Kelantan

Nur Farhana Ab Malik, Hamzah Hussin, Abdul Hafidz Yusoff, Noor Fazliani Shoparwe, and Che Muhammad Hazwan Che Ismail

153-161
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Assessing landslide susceptibility in Bukit Kwong dam, Kelantan, Malaysia using geospatial techniques and frequency ratio model

Nasuha Ishak, Wani Sofia Udin, Esra’a Fawaz Alaeed, Shadi Hanandeh

162-173
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Analysis of heavy metal content in emissions from shell, fiber, and empty fruit bunch biomass fuels

Sri Fitria Retnawaty, Rina Agustina, Yulia Fitri, Ibnu Syukron

174-180
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Bioactivity of Mikania micrantha extract in controlling Erwinia chrysanthemi: a natural antibacterial approach

Nur Annisa Fadjrini, Eyska Amanda, Sandra Juniarsi, Israwati Harahap, Elsie

181-186
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Synthesis of Mannich Eugenol Oxirane Morpholine compound as antifungal in vitro and in silico

Jufrizal Syahri, Siti Khotimah, Nurlaili, Nurbaiti, Rahmiwati Hilma

187-194
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Domestic Tourist Perceptions of Social Carrying Capacity: Implications for Sustainable Tourism Management in Pangkor Island, Perak

Mohamad Pirdaus bin Yusoh, Muhammad Fuad Abdullah, Nik Alif Amri Nik Hashim, Nurhazliyana Hanafi, Muhammad Firdaus Bidin, Mohamad Hafis Simin

195-202
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Agronomic Performance and Resistance Traits of Abaca Hybrid 7 ( Musa textilis Nee ) in the Field

Elizabeth P. Parac, Edgar P. Nabo, Sheila C. Polbo, Bernard C. Havana, Crishelo B. Cabillo, Antonio B. Lalusin, Ma. Kuh Shiela Anne T. Ladera

203-209
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Ecophysiological responses of the halophyte Lumnitzera racemosa Willd. to heavy metal stress in an ultramafic mining environment

Joel A. Mercado

210-216
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Exploring the features of plants threatening Malaysia's heritage buildings

Ayub Awang, Ramly Hasan, Khalilah Hassan, Ismi Luqman Hamadi Ibrahim, Syahidah Amni Mohamed

217-224
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Species richness and composition of small mammal assemblage in Sedim River Forest Eco Park

Nur Athirah Fauzi, Kaviarasu Munian, Muhammad Bukhari Ahmad, Faridatul Nordiana Mohd. Rosdy, Muhammad Hafizuddin Zakaria

225-231
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Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025): Special Issue of the Journal of Tropical Resources and Sustainable Science (JTRSS);

Articles

Diversity, Distribution, and Zonation Patterns of Mangrove Species in Sulaman Lake, Tuaran, Sabah

Reptile species composition at three forest reserves in the Central Forest Spine ecological corridor B-SL1, Selangor, Malaysia

Diversity assessment of tree species in Mount Mayapay, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, Philippines

Rapid assessments of bird species richness in selected forest eco-parks in Perak, Peninsular Malaysia

Assessment of Non-Volant Small Mammals at Lenggor Forest Reserve and Mersing Forest Reserve in Johor, Malaysia

Trends and Patterns in the Use of the Contingent Valuation Method for Conservation: A Bibliometric Analysis

Evaluation of heavy metal contamination and pollution indices in soil from selected dumpsites in Kelantan, Malaysia

**Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) assay for rapid detection of Banana Bunchy Top Virus (BBTV) infecting Abaca (Musa textilis Nee) in the major abaca plantations in Caraga Region**

From Farm to Fork: Evaluating the Socio-Economic and Environmental Impact of Consumer Meat Preferences in Support of Local Agriculture

**Isolation, Identification, and Bioefficacy of Indigenous Entomopathogenic Fungi Against Pentalonia nigronervosa Coq. in Abaca**

Sustainable Consumption in Practice: Exploring Green Product Purchase Intentions Among Malaysian Adults

Assessing the Role of Knowledge in Shaping Household Solid Waste Management Practices: A Study in Kota Bharu Kelantan

**Species diversity of butterflies (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) in an urban ecosystem, Hutan Bandar Jeli, Kelantan**

Aboveground biomass and carbon sequestration potential of tree species in KRAEFI-Sumile Botanical and Zoological Garden

The Economic Value of Forest Ecosystem Services: Insights from Recreation and Ecotourism

Roadside Trees Species Selection Model for Environmental Health and Public Safety in MalaysiaRoadside Trees Species Selection Model for Environmental Health and Public Safety in Malaysia

Evaluation of groundwater sources using Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI) method in Felda Tersang 02, Raub, Pahang

Geoheritage Potential of Limestone Caves at Felda Chiku 7, Gua Musang, Kelantan, Malaysia

Geophysical investigation of subsurface structure using electrical resistivity imaging (ERI) and induced polarization (IP) methods in metaigneous terrains of Jeli, Kelantan

Assessing landslide susceptibility in Bukit Kwong dam, Kelantan, Malaysia using geospatial techniques and frequency ratio model

Analysis of heavy metal content in emissions from shell, fiber, and empty fruit bunch biomass fuels

Bioactivity of Mikania micrantha extract in controlling Erwinia chrysanthemi: a natural antibacterial approach

Synthesis of Mannich Eugenol Oxirane Morpholine compound as antifungal in vitro and in silico

Domestic Tourist Perceptions of Social Carrying Capacity: Implications for Sustainable Tourism Management in Pangkor Island, Perak

Agronomic Performance and Resistance Traits of Abaca Hybrid 7 ( Musa textilis Nee ) in the Field

**Ecophysiological responses of the halophyte Lumnitzera racemosa Willd. to heavy metal stress in an ultramafic mining environment**

Exploring the features of plants threatening Malaysia's heritage buildings

Species richness and composition of small mammal assemblage in Sedim River Forest Eco Park

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