Climate change is the biggest threat our world faces. Already, we are seeing astonishing ice melt in the Arctic, sea level rise threatening coastal communities, and more extreme weather events including forest fires, winter storms, and tropical cyclones worldwide. WWF is committed to reducing carbon pollution and adapting to global warming alongside valued partners by utilizing a range of tools.
One of those tools is the mangrove. There are more than 60 different species of mangrove tree, all specialized to grow along waterlogged coastlines in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Despite being relatively unknown, they are an incredible group of plants. Not only do they have a unique ability to thrive in saltwater environments, but their strong and complex root systems also protect coastal communities and landscapes from extreme weather events, like hurricanes.
