Mangroves shield coasts from waves, but seedlings need calm waters to take root

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What happened

Mangrove forests, which are widespread along subtropical and tropical coasts, play a vital role in coastal protection, as they dampen the force of waves and storm surges.

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  • Reported by Phys.org and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:00:26 UTC.

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  1. Mangroves shield coasts from waves, but seedlings need calm waters to take root

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