Red Mangrove or 'Walking Mangrove' (Rhizophora mangle) are used by the Reef Ball Foundation in conjunction with reef restoration work because mangrove estuary systems work together with reef systems with a complex web of interactions. The roots of the Red Mangrove look like legs walking into the water which is why it is sometimes call the 'Walking Mangrove.' Red Mangroves are commonly grown by nurseries and their habitat value is well documented and appreciated by environmentalists. Planting Red Mangroves where they will form marine ecosystems within their roots usually occurs on the shorelines...often with significant waves and debris challenges so a very high percentage of planting in these zones has in the past lead to project failures. The Reef Ball Foundation formed a special division to address this issue, and they have their own website at www.mangrovesolutions.com. Using up to five components, the Mangrove Solutions division can allow you to plant Red Mangroves in even the most challenging locations. So no excuses any more, if you want to plant mangroves you can do it! Note: Sea Grasses are now being planted to perform a similar function. Planting seagrasses is not currently done by Reef Ball Foundation Volunteer Services Division due to the technical nature of sea grass planting. We recommend you contact Seagrass Recovery, Inc. for more information. |
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