02026    a2200157   450000500170000008200240001710000290004124501800007026400550025030000450030550400410035052013970039152600110178865000480179965000210184720260709091542.0  aTH 378.242 Q61 20251 aQuia-ong, Glori Pearl P.  aCharacterization of riparian forest and conservation practices along the caranganan river toward the development of supplementary learning material / cGlori Pearl P. Quia-ong 1aSibalom, Antique : bUniversity of Antique, c2025  ax, 158 pages : billustrations ; c28 cm  aIncludes bibliographical references.  aAbstract

This study examined the riparian forest structure and conservation practices along the Cangaranan River in Bugasong, Antique, to develop a supplementary learning material. The assessment covered species composition, basal area, dominance, densities of trees, saplings, and seedlings, importance values, species diversity, and evenness. Microsoft Excel was used for calculating species composition and related metrics. Findings showed a biologically diverse area dominated by Swietenia mahagonii (Mahogany), an introduced species that may hinder native regeneration. Native trees like Lanete, Durarog, and Talisay showed strong natural regeneration, reflecting ecological resilience. However, the invasive Prosopis juliflora (Aroma) threatens local biodiversity. Thematic analysis of conservation efforts revealed ongoing challenges such as quarrying, deforestation, pollution, agriculture, and climate change, all contributing to erosion and habitat loss. Despite these challenges, efforts such as river clean-ups, tree planting, and flood control have had a positive impact. The long-term success depends on community involvement. strict law enforcement, and environmental education. To support these efforts, a booklet titled "Riparian Treasures: The Trees of Cangaranan River" was created, blending scientific data and local knowledge to raise awareness and promote conservation.  aTHbGS  aHigher EducationvTheses and dissertations   aRiparian ecology