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The Importance of #Mangroves

#Florida mangroves provide protection from #storms, nurseries for #wildlife and recreation for people.

May 04, 2020 | Last updated April 05, 2023

Threats to #MangroveForests

"Unfortunately, there are many challenges that place mangrove forests under threat. Human impact such as #dredging, #filling, #WaterPollution from #herbicides and #development can lead to mangrove erosion and #HabitatDestruction. When mangrove forests are cleared and destroyed, they release massive amounts of #CarbonDioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to #ClimateChange."

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The Nature ConservancyWhy Are Mangroves Important?Mangrove forests protect Florida's coast from storm surges & erosion, and provide space for wildlife & recreation. We're restoring mangroves for all to enjoy.
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– and this project can drastically change the natural flood cycles that sustain its rich #biodiversity.

But #ports are already being licensed along the #river, and a contract signed during Lula’s administration opens the way for #dredging.

According to President #Lula, the environmental emergency is already a reality in the country. And next year, #Brazil will host the #UnitedNations #ClimateChangeConference… it’s time for the country to lead by example.

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