#Mangrove forests are unique #ecosystems where the ocean meets the land between high and low tides. Fish and other creatures find shelter in the intricate root system of these coastal trees and shrubs. Despite providing so many benefits, such as coastal protection, effective carbon dioxide storage, and economic opportunities, the #mangroves are threatened throughout tropical regions of the world. Watch the full video on YouTube to follow the efforts of AgroFrontera and their work to protect mang

How mangrove forests protect the coast Mangroves are important to people because they help stabilize coastline ecosystem and prevent erosion. Mangroves also provide natural infrastructure and protection to nearby populated areas by preventing erosion and absorbing storm surge impacts during extreme weather events such as hurricanes. This simple model from Dutch research institute Deltares makes it very easy to understand how mangroves protect the coast from the impact of waves. . . #mangrove #co

60K views · 1.5K reactions | Check this out... the power of mangrove trees in slowing a flood surge  Sometimes nature has the best solutions #NatureIsAwesome | Greenpeace UK | Facebook