Kerak Telor in an Ethnobiological Perspective: Integration of Indigenous Knowledge and Biodiversity in Educational Videos
Keywords:
Biodiversity, , Indigenous Knowledge, Kerak Telor, Ethnobiology, Traditional Food, Educational Video, Betawi CultureAbstract
Indonesia is a megadiverse country, but the younger generation's understanding of its biodiversity is still low, especially in linking the concept of biodiversity with indigenous knowledge. This research aims to examine the traditional food of Kerak telor from an ethnobiological perspective and promote it through educational videos. Information was collected through in-depth interviews with key informants using snowball sampling techniques, as well as visual documentation of the Kerak telor process. The results of the study show that the Kerak telor utilizes nine biological species, comprising six plant species and three animal species, with the dominance of the Monocots group reflecting the relationship of the Betawi people with the local flora. The manufacturing process retains traditional tools such as braziers, pans, fans, and sodets, reflecting the preservation of local cultural values and culinary technology. These results are presented in a 12-minute 32-second educational video, recommended as a contextual learning medium based on indigenous knowledge to support students' understanding of biodiversity and local wisdom.
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