Review:
Mangrove Ecosystems
overall review score: 4.5
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Mangrove ecosystems are coastal intertidal forests made up of mangrove trees that thrive in saline coastal habitats.
Key Features
- Biodiversity hotspots
- Protection against erosion and storm surges
- Nursery for many marine species
- Carbon sequestration
Pros
- Critical habitat for various species
- Act as natural barriers against coastal storms
- Help mitigate climate change by sequestering carbon
Cons
- Vulnerable to habitat destruction and deforestation
- Susceptible to pollution from human activities
- Can be affected by changes in sea level and climate