“Finally, mangrove vegetation recolonized the area and the overlying soil developed.”

“Coral reefs provide protection to coastal areas and protect delicate coastal wetlands and mangrove swamps from storms.”

“Fond d' Or is a lush green wooded area with coconut trees, mangrove wetlands, wild sea grapes and ackee, known locally as zecak.”

“The disappearance of mangroves will also lead to the loss of such precious native wisdom, says the booklet.”

“Typically mangroves display a zonation or succession of forests, with each zone being dominated by one of the consociations.”

“The sea around Mafia is a tropical Marine Park ranging from coral reefs, sea-grass beds, mangroves and inter-tidal flats.”