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Mangroves shelter at least 340 threatened species worldwide
Original: Mangroves support wildlife that lives in and around them — including at least 340 threatened species globally — acting a
Mangrove forests provide habitat for at least 340 threatened species globally, ranging from manatees to monkeys, according to a science report circulating widely. The ecosystems are also among the planet's most effective carbon sinks, absorbing and storing far more carbon dioxide per area than most forests, underscoring the stakes of ongoing mangrove loss.
Why now: Renewed attention to mangrove conservation and their outsized role in biodiversity and climate protection.
Evidence
- Mangroves support wildlife that lives in and around them — including at least 340 threatened species globally — acting as a habitat for everything from manatees to monkeys. They’re also one of the most effective carbon sinks, able to absorb and store far more carbon dioxide… · ScienceDesk@flipboard.social · 3
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