The Magic of Mangroves

“Mangroves are magical forests where we discover nature’s secrets. They straddle the connection between land and sea and nature and humans.”

I love manatees and manatees love mangroves. They provide food and a safe place for young manatees.

Mangroves help protect Florida’s coastline by preventing erosion and absorbing storm surge during hurricanes.

Sanibel Island is a place where humans and nature peaceably coexist.

They capture carbon monoxide and greenhouse gases. They serve as a habitat and refuge for Florida wildlife.

Mangroves provide a habitat for 80 percent of finfish and shellfish sought by commercial and sports fishermen.

Notifications to the city of Sanibel are always required before taking any action involving mangroves.

They improve water quality by filtering out harmful pollutants.

nature.org

mysanibel.org

worldwidlife.org

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