“MANGROVE ASSESSMENT IN SELECTED AREAS

OF BANACON ISLAND”
OVERVIEW:

Mangroves are tropical plants that are adapted to loose, wet soils,
salt water and being periodically submerged by tides. The planting
of mangroves is essential to coastal ecosystems. In addition to
acting as a barrier against storm surges, it helps prevent erosion
and provide habitat for marine species. Climate change mitigation
and biodiversity conservation are aided by initiatives that assist
mangrove reforestation. This study aims to evaluate the status,
condition, and function of the mangrove ecosystem.
What is known?

The mangrove plantation on Banacon Island is known for having the

largest mangrove plantation in Asia, covering about 425 hectares. This
mangrove forest has attracted local and foreign tourist.
What is not yet known in your topic?

• -Challenges and opportunity to sustain the conservation of mangrove

forests.
• -The temporal and spatial dynamics of the mangrove forest in Banacon
Island.
Why did you choose this topic?

I choose this topic because I really interested in economic benefits of

mangroves such as coastal protection and livelihood support and it’s
important to our environment.