Beachcombers on the Texas coast are stumbling across something unexpected: sleek, tropical seeds that look more like flying darts than anything native to the sea. The seeds—long, narrow, and ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract The ecology of seed predation was studied in mangrove forests. Controlled field experiments were used to assess the magnitude of predation on ...

Mangroves of the Havelock Islands act as a natural shield, protecting India’s coastline from erosion and extreme weather.

St. Augustine, FL – Researchers have observed an increase in mangrove trees in southern Amelia Island, Florida, in recent years. This is well north of the plant’s typical cold-sensitive habitat.

Climate change is extending the range of mangroves. The tropical trees are thriving farther north and south than ever before. Scientists say that's actually helping limit damage during hurricanes.