In the fight against climate change, Azraq, the UAE grassroot marine conservation organization, has pledged to plant 5001 mangroves by Earth day 2023, and Beside Group is now a proud parents of 50 baby mangroves. Let’s work together to make our planet greener and healthier, one tree at a time!
Here are a few facts about mangroves:
* Mangroves are able to tolerate salt water and thrive in coastal environments, making them an important part of many coastal ecosystems.
* The roots of mangroves provide a habitat for a wide variety of marine life, including fish, crabs, and shrimp.
* Mangroves, specifically the underwater habitat their roots provide, offer critical nursing environments for juveniles of many marine species, from tiny gobies to massive crocodiles.