Mangroves in Kerala: Guardians of Vembanad Lake and Coastal Ecosystems

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Mangroves in Kerala: Guardians of Vembanad Lake and Coastal Ecosystems

Mangroves in Kerala, particularly around Vembanad Lake and its coastal ecosystems, are vital guardians of biodiversity, climate resilience, and livelihoods.

As natural buffers between land and sea, they protect Kerala’s unique geography from erosion, storms, and rising sea levels. These mangroves, though not as extensive as in other states, are critical to maintaining Kerala’s ecological balance.