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Last updated on July 26th, 2024 at 06:28 am
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The Dire State of Mangroves
More than half of the world’s mangrove forests are in trouble. These unique ecosystems are facing serious risks. Nearly one in five of them are in real danger of collapsing. This worrying news comes from the first-ever global assessment of mangroves.
Why Are Mangroves in Trouble?
A big reason is climate change. Around 33% of mangroves are threatened by it. But that’s not all. Human actions like cutting down trees, building things, pollution, and dams are also hurting mangroves. As sea levels rise and storms become stronger because of climate change, the problem gets worse.
What Experts Found
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) led this important study. They worked with over 250 experts from 44 countries. They divided the world’s mangroves into 36 regions and studied the threats to each one.
The Big Picture
Mangroves are incredibly important. They do a lot for us and for nature. They help protect us from disasters like floods and storms. They store a huge amount of carbon, which helps fight climate change. They’re also homes to many different kinds of fish and animals.
What’s at Stake
If we don’t act, a lot could be lost. By 2050, we could lose 1.8 billion tons of carbon from mangroves. That’s worth around $13 billion! And 25% of the world’s mangroves could be underwater in just 50 years.
The Impact on People
Mangroves aren’t just important for nature. They help millions of people too. They protect over 15 million people and $65 billion worth of property from disasters every year. By 2050, those numbers could rise even higher.
What Can We Do?
Protecting mangroves is crucial. They can help us deal with the effects of climate change. Healthy mangroves can handle rising seas and strong storms better. They can even protect us from hurricanes and cyclones.
Conclusion
Mangroves might not always get the attention they deserve, but they’re incredibly important. If we don’t take action now, we could lose them forever. We need to work together to protect these amazing ecosystems for the sake of nature and all the people who rely on them.
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