Rehabilitation of mangrove ecosystems: An overview

Authors:
Field, C.D.

Publication Date:
1999

Abstract/Summary:
The concept and goals of mangrove ecosystem rehabilitation are considered and contrasted with ideas of ecosystem restoration. Three reasons for mangrove rehabilitation: conservation and landscaping; multiple use systems for high sustainable yield and protection of coastal areas, are then examined in detail. In each case, the underlying philosophy and limitations are presented. The practical problems of site selection for mangrove planting and techniques for regenerating mangroves are then considered.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Marine Pollution Bulletin

Link:
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0025326X9900106X