IB Geography B.3.3 Management of Coral Reefs and Mangrove Swamps Key Definitions
B.3.3 Management of Coral Reefs and Mangrove Swamps Key Definitions
Definition
Mangrove swamp
A mangrove swamp is an intertidal wetland dominated by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs whose roots trap sediment, provide nursery habitats and reduce wave energy.