Date of Award
2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelors
Department
Social Sciences
First Advisor
Alcock, Frank
Area of Concentration
Environmental Studies
Abstract
Mangroves are found on every continent except for Antarctica. This particular flora is multifaceted in a few ways. For one, these trees are both individual plants while also forming their own ecosystems. They are unique in the fact that mangrove forests are the only blue carbon forest in the world. While experiencing harm due to factors such as sea level rise and severe storms, mangroves are expanding outside of their usual range as temperatures rise due to climate change. This phenomenon is occurring in multiple countries, such as the U.S., Australia, and China. Mangroves provide various ecosystem services including critical habitat, carbon storage and storm protection. This thesis provides a literature review of mangrove science, distribution trends and protection policies.
Recommended Citation
Lash, Cecilia, "MANGROVES: BACKGROUND, RANGE EXPANSION AND POLICY" (2025). Theses & ETDs. 6688.
https://digitalcommons.ncf.edu/theses_etds/6688