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The strength of mangroves lies in their ability to support biodiversity, protect coastlines from waves, floods and erosion, and absorb carbon. Globally, they store around 21 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide and absorb more than four times as much as terrestrial forests. These ecosystems are home to at least 340 threatened species. In Abu Dhabi, the area covered by mangrove forests grew by 92% between 1987 and 2022, from 3,000 to 17,600 hectares, as part of efforts to plant 100 million trees by 2030. But mangroves remain vulnerable to rising temperatures and sea levels, and their growth depends on a delicate balance in water levels. Initiatives therefore focus on protecting existing forests and restoring their hydrological conditions.
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