Published 3 months ago

Puerto Princesa’s battle: Safeguarding its mangrove forests

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Palawan boasts vast coastal waters spanning some 11,690 square kilometers. Puerto Princesa alone encompasses 330,000 hectares, making them among the richest fishing grounds in the country. Mangroves provide valuable resources beyond coastal protection, including raw materials, food, erosion control, maintenance for fisheries.

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Puerto Princesa’s battle: Safeguarding its mangrove forests

PALAWAN, Philippines – The lush mangroves of Palawan not only enrich the biodiversity but also serve as crucial shields against storms and a lifeline for fisheries. Urbanization and human activities, however, have resulted in the alarming depletion of these vital ecosystems, particularly in areas like Puerto Princesa. To combat this degradation, Puerto Princesa residents have institutionalized an annual activity for the past 20 years. Every Febr…

3 months ago·Philippines

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