A Review of Mangrove Rehabilitation in the Philippines: Successes, Failures and Future Prospects

Authors:
Primavera, J.H. and J.M.A. Esteban

Publication Date:
2008

Abstract/Summary:
This paper reviews eight mangrove initiatives in the Philippines and evaluates the biophysical and institutional factors behind success or failure. The authors recommend specific protocols (among them pushing for a 4:1 mangrove to pond ratio recommended for a healthy ecosystem) and wider policy directions to make mangrove rehabilitation in the country more effective.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Wetlands Ecology and Management

Link:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs11273-008-9101-y