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Help reclaim barren land and control salinity.
H. Mangrove Forests
Location:
Found along Indus Delta and Karachi coast — Keti Bandar, Korangi, Sandspit,
Sonmiani, and Pasni.
Climate:
Coastal saline environment; influenced by tides.
Main Species:
Avicennia marina (Grey Mangrove).
Uses:
Fish and Shrimp Breeding Grounds: Crucial for fishing industry.
Fuelwood: Used locally.
Timber: For small boats and fencing.
Protection: Against sea storms and tidal erosion.
Importance:
Protect coastal regions from cyclones, floods, and erosion.
Serve as nurseries for marine life.
Support fishermen livelihoods.
Help in carbon sequestration and climate regulation.
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