1001 BENEFITS OF MANGROVES

Mangroves are ecosystems that grow along tropical and sub-tropical coastlines, usually in sloping waters and around the coast, Mangrove is a place that moves due to the continuous formation of mud and soil by plants so that it gradually turns into semi-land. In addition, mangrove forests are also a place for water storage, and to reduce pollution for air pollution.

Types of Mangroves

In this case, there are several types of mangroves that are developing and each type has its own characteristics. Following are the types and characteristics of mangroves

• Overwash mangrove forest.

• Fringe mangrove forest.

• Riverine mangrove forest.

• Basin mangrove forest.

• Hammock forest.

and many other types.

Function of mangrove forest

1. Habitat for animals

Mangrove forests are often the habitat for wildlife species. More than 100 species of birds live in this mangrove forest ecosystem, and the vast mudflats bordering the mangrove forests are home to thousands of shorebirds, including rare bird species. In addition, there are also many other animals that are usually found in mangrove forests.

2. Prevents Beach Erosion and Abrasion

the function of this mangrove forest is to protect the coastal area with its roots which are very efficient. This will protect soil erosion caused by water.

3. Recreation and Tourism

Mangrove forests can be used as a recreation place for tourists with the beauty of the forest in the sea and has aesthetic value.

4. Educational and research facilities

Mangrove forests can be used as research material and can increase knowledge about mangrove forests. Mangrove forests are used as a means for educational activities related to ecology.

5. Food Sources

It has stick roots in mangrove trees, provides nutrients and is a nursery area for fish and invertebrates that live around it. Various types of land animals take shelter or stop perching and foraging in this mangrove forest.

6. As the Formation of Islands and Stabilizing Coastal Areas

Mangrove forests are often said to form land. This is because the sediment and soil it holds fosters the development of the coastline over time.

     Mangrove growth extends coastal boundaries and provides opportunities for tertiary 

     plants to live and develop in land areas.

     

7. Preventing Seawater Intrusion

Ocean intrusion is an event of seawater seepage into land. Ocean intrusion can cause groundwater to become brackish, making it unsutiable for consumption. Mangrove forests have the function of depositing mud in the roots of mangrove trees, so as to prevent seawater intrusion into the land.

8. Protection against natural disasters

Mangrove forests can prevent natural disasters, this is one of the main functions of mangroves, mangroves can withstand big waves like tsunamis because mangroves have strong roots.

Actually there are many more benefits from mangroves forests, but here I only provide general examples.Let's plant  and cultivate mangrove forest

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