Mangrove Reforestation on the coast of Oaxaca,
Mexico
Mangrove Reforestation on the coast of Oaxaca,
Mexico
About this project.
This project aims to restore the mangrove forests along the coast of Oaxaca, which are essential for the survival and reproduction of hundreds of flora and fauna species. The area being restored is home to dominant herbaceous plants such as Ipomaea rubens, Typha dominguensis, Cyperus giganteus, Ludwigia octovalis, and Hymenachne amplexicaulis. In terms of fauna, notable species include the swamp crab (Armases cinereum), numerous amphibians and reptiles, as well as white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus), badgers (Nasua narica), and raccoons (Procyon lotor). Over 56 bird species nest in this lagoon, making them the most representative vertebrates in the area.
Location
Laguna la Ventanilla, Oaxaca, Mexico
Project Type
The objective is educate on sustainable forestry, create jobs, revive mangroves on Oaxaca coast, aid community, promote thriving flora and fauna in mangrove ecosystem.
Environmental Benefits
- Carbon sequester
- Alleviate climate change
- Habitat conservation
- Improve local water quality
- Soil retention
About Mangrove Reforestation on the coast of Oaxaca
Mangrove reforestation on the coast of Oaxaca is a conservation effort aimed at restoring degraded mangrove ecosystems along the coastline. Mangroves are important habitats for a wide variety of species, including fish, birds, and other wildlife, as well as playing a vital role in protecting coastlines from storms and erosion. The reforestation project in Oaxaca involves collecting seeds from authorized areas, germinating the seedlings in a greenhouse, and transporting them to the planting site.
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