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January 27, 2023

Red mangrove tree seedlings in Guanahacabibes National Park, Cuba

© Claudio Contreras/Minden Picture

Guanahacabibes National Park, Cuba

Today we’re admiring red mangrove seedlings at Guanahacabibes National Park in Cuba. Take a trip to the Mangrove forests, which not only protect coastlines but also plays a crucial component of tropical coastal ecosystems and are uniquely suited to thrive in brackish or salty water. These hardy trees can withstand the force of tremendous waves and ferocious winds, fending off the damaging effects of storms and erosion.

Below the surface they work just as hard: their complex root systems filter out salt and provide shelter and protection for marine life, encouraging biodiversity. In Guanahacabibes, marine life includes several species of turtles as well as red swamp crayfish, and a slew of reptiles and amphibians.

Another reason to tip our hats to the mighty mangroves is that they capture up to 10 times more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than tropical forests do. They're also incredible carbon sinks, storing much more carbon in their roots than their terrestrial counterparts.

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