Mangrove Forests in India

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Focusing on the vital ecosystem services of mangrove forests, this comprehensive primer presents three decades of data from India's Sundarbans and Bhitarkanika regions. It explores the role of mangroves in carbon and nitrogen sequestration, storm and erosion mitigation, and nutrient retention for diverse habitats. Through case studies, the book highlights their importance for biodiversity and as cultural hubs that support coastal communities with essential resources and products.