An awareness sesion on wonderful world of Mangroves at Fatima Mata National College, Kollam
Organized by: Bhoomitrasena Club, Environmental Club, and the PG & Research Department of Zoology, Fatima Mata National College, Kollam
In collaboration with: WWF-India, Department of Environment and Climate Change (DoECC), Government of Kerala, and Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)
Resource Persons: Smt. Anumedha S S and Smt. Preethy
Scientific Importance of Mangroves
Mangroves are unique intertidal forests found in coastal regions, particularly in estuaries, river mouths, and lagoons. These ecosystems serve as a critical buffer between marine and terrestrial environments, providing a range of ecological and economic benefits.
Key Features of Mangroves:
- Salt Tolerance: Mangrove trees exhibit specialized adaptations like salt-excreting glands, pneumatophores (aerial roots), and vivipary (embryo germination while attached to the parent plant).
- Carbon Sequestration: They act as "carbon sinks," storing large amounts of carbon in their biomass and sediments, thereby mitigating climate change.
- Biodiversity Hotspots: Home to a variety of species, including fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and birds, they support complex food webs.
- Shoreline Protection: Their dense root systems reduce coastal erosion and provide protection against storm surges, tsunamis, and rising sea levels.
- Water Filtration: Mangroves improve water quality by trapping sediments and absorbing pollutants.
Programme Expenditure
| Sl | Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | honorarium | 1000 |
| Total | 1000 |
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