How do mangroves that thrive in the marine environment help in the survival of the organism?
What are the benefits of mangroves to the sea?
FAST FACTS. 
» Mangrove forests stabilize the coastline by reducing erosion by storm surges.
» Mangroves protect water quality by removing nutrients and pollutants from. 
» Mangrove peat absorbs water during heavy rains and storm surge, reducing. 
» Mangroves provide nursery habitat for many commercial fish and shellfish, 
» Mangroves protect species that are the basis of a $7.6 billion seafood.
» Mangroves serve as nesting areas for coastal birds such as little blue herons,
great egrets and brown pelicans. 

