Mangrove

Trees and shrubs that thrive in saline coastal habitats.

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Mangroves are trees and shrubs that thrive in saline (salty) coastal habitats. They possess specialized roots adapted to anaerobic mud and protect shorelines from erosion while providing critical habitat for diverse marine life.

Mangrove derives from Portuguese 'mangue' (estuary) and ultimately from Tupi-Guarani languages.

Mangroves are trees and shrubs that grow in salty coastal areas, like a swampy forest by the sea.

Mangroves can survive in saltwater that would kill most trees
Their roots create a tangled network providing shelter for fish and other creatures
Some mangrove species have aerial roots that grow above the water

What are mangroves? Trees and shrubs that thrive in saline coastal habitats
Where do mangroves grow? Typically along coastlines and estuaries
Why are mangroves important? They protect shorelines from erosion and provide habitats for many species

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