Tidal Mangrove Swamp
By: Darcie
Tidal Mangrove Swamp- are also known as tidal mangrove forest. It is a swampy very damp ecosystem that is best known for their fauna. Plants in a tidal mangrove are very distinct because their roots are very exposed but most often grow into the water (as shown in the picture). Side note all of the mangroves in Costa Rica are protected by law.
Defining Feature:
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Houses many types of algae
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Tree/plant roots are very exposed
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Mix of fresh/salt water very saline
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Salt builds up on the leaves sometimes
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Inter-tidal zone meaning it has a varying range of tide level
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The mud has low oxygen levels
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Helps to limit long term erosion
Location:
Tidal Mangrove Swamps are
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