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Mangrove and the people

Written by
Niko Howai
Posted on
31st August 2021

Subsequent to numerous one-on-one surveys last year with persons on the sister island of Tobago. One thing that stood out is the inherent knowledge of the the benefits mangroves provide…Read More >

Mangrove and the people

“Every mangrove forest is like a safe home for marine animals”: Why mangroves are important for tropical communities

Written by
Angie Elwin
Posted on
19th November 2019

An increasing number of high impact scientific literature documents the global significance of mangrove forests. We often read about the importance of mangroves for supporting biodiversity of our oceans and…Read More >

“Every mangrove forest is like a safe home for marine animals”: Why mangroves are important for tropical communities

Regulating and cultural services of mangroves

Written by
Niko Howai
Posted on
9th September 20199th September 2019

Regulating services of mangroves The regulating services provided by mangrove forests are extensive.  Some important ES include carbon sequestration, coastal protection, and flood and erosion control. Firstly, carbon sequestration and…Read More >

Regulating and cultural services of mangroves

Provisioning and supporting services of mangroves

Written by
Niko Howai
Posted on
16th July 20199th September 2019

Provisioning services of mangroves There are a number of tangible products that can be directly utilised and marketed from mangrove forests. In 2013 a study by Uddin et al., showed…Read More >

Provisioning and supporting services of mangroves

What are mangroves and why are they important?

Written by
Niko Howai
Posted on
12th June 201927th May 2020

Mangrove forests are comprised of intertidal trees and shrubs that are found on tropical and sub-tropical coastlines. [1] [2] [3] In 2011, a study by Giri et al., showed the…Read More >

What are mangroves and why are they important?
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