| Ui Forest Indonesian: Hutan UI | |
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| View of UI Forest | |
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| Geography | |
| Location | University of Indonesia campus, Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Coordinates | 6°21′12″S106°49′43″E / 6.353238°S 106.828594°E |
| Area | 90 hectares (220 acres) |
| Administration | |
| Status | open all year |
| Established | 1983 |
UI Forest, (Indonesian : Hutan UI) is a significant green space located within the University of Indonesia (UI) campus. It serves as a natural reserve and a vital ecological area, providing a habitat for various plant and animal species. The forest covers a substantial area and is used for educational and research purposes, particularly in the fields of biology, environmental science, and forestry. [1]
This forest was established in 1983 on the initiative of Prof. Dr. Ir. Sambas Wirahadikusumah, M.Sc., a lecturer at UI. The main aim of establishing this forest is to create a green space that can function as a water catchment area, germplasm preservation, and biodiversity research area for students. [2]