17K views · 877 reactions | We need mangroves, but they are one of the world’s most threatened tropical ecosystems. Mangroves feed millions of people  and sustain fisheries  communities and  economies around the world  This World Mangrove Day, join us in calling for a New Deal for Nature and People to protect these incredibly important ecosystems. Add your Voice for the Planet today. https://explore.panda.org/voice | WWF | Facebook

Today is the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem! Mangrove ecosystems are some of our planet's most critical and threatened ecosystems. Mangrove forests act as a physical barrier, protecting coastal habitats and communities from crashing waves and rolling tides. Mangroves also act as nurseries for a number of marine species who instinctually know to have their young in the protected structure of the mangrove roots. On Santa Cruz Island, visitors to Tortuga Bay can of