what is mangrove

A mangrove is a shrub or tree that grows mainly in coastal saline or brackish water. It is a type of tropical vegetation with special adaptations to take in extra oxygen and to remove salt, allowing it to tolerate conditions that would kill most plants. Mangroves are taxonomically diverse and occur worldwide in the tropics and subtropics, mainly between latitudes 30° N and 30° S. They have a unique root system and play a crucial role in stabilizing the coastline, providing habitat for various organisms, and trapping carbon, making them key weapons in the fight against climate change