Build Climate Resilience
In tropical regions around the globe, mangroves anchor coastlines, and form a vital link between land and sea. First, mangroves have a very dense root structure that helps to prevent harmful erosion and protect vulnerable coastlines from extreme events like rising seas and flooding. Plus, fishing villages like Antsanitia rely on the presence of healthy mangrove and ocean systems for food and income. Crabs comprise the main catch for fishermen in this region, and crabs' habitat is dependent on mangrove forests. However, the degradation of land has led to a steady decline in crab numbers in recent years. The good news is that, together, we're helping to reverse this trend!
When I was younger, it was much easier to find large crabs because there were more mangroves. When people are logging mangroves, there are fewer crabs. Crabs thrive in mangroves. Soso Barofa, Fisherman, Marine Community Conservancy
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