Jakarta, Jan. 14 -- A survey conducted by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Konservasi Indonesia, and OceanX has found that 93 percent of whale and dolphin habitats in waters west of Sumatra lie outside designated conservation areas.

In a statement received on Wednesday, Director of BRIN's Research Vessel Fleet Management Nugroho Dwi Hananto said the availability of robust scientific data is essential to support government efforts in designing effective and targeted conservation interventions.

"In marine scientific research, the availability of research vessels equipped with advanced instruments is crucial for collecting data on Indonesia's marine biodiversity and resources," he said.

"The collaboration involving rese...