A captured bat in the tropical rainforest of Petungkriyono, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
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Pekalongan, IDN Times - Durian can be a polarizing fruit. Typical of tropical regions located between latitudes of 23.5° north and 23.5° south, durian is rich in vitamins and has a high nutritional value. It contains vitamins C and B, potassium, iron, healthy fats, fiber, and vegetable compounds.
The benefits of durian include supporting digestive tract health, helping overcome constipation, and minimizing premature aging because of its high antioxidant content. In addition, durian can increase endurance, help with insomnia, and control blood pressure.
The Petungkriyono tropical rainforest in Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
Farmers harvest durian using a traditional method in Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
Tarsono, 45, a durian farmer from Mendolo Village, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
Bats captured by scientists in the tropical rainforest of Petungkriyono, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
A flower found on a durian tree in the tropical rainforest of Petungkriyono, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
Durian fruits in the tropical rainforest of Petungkriyono, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
A research team captures bats in the Petungkriyono tropical rainforest in Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
A sample of pollen collected from bats gathered from the Petungkriyono tropical rainforest in Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.
A bat captured by the research team in the tropical rainforest of Petungkriyono, Pekalongan, Central Java. Image by Dhana Kencana/IDN Times. Indonesia, 2021.