Story by manglares.org
Mangroves are coastal ecosystems found in tropical and subtropical regions, characterized by their ability to thrive in saltwater environments.
Tsunamis, often triggered by undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or underwater landslides, are characterized by massive ocean waves that can travel across entire ocean basins.
When tsunamis approach the coastline, the dense tangle of mangrove roots and vegetation serves as a buffer, absorbing and dispersing the energy of the oncoming waves.