Mangrove forests play an important role in
a. fisheries
b. coastal protection
c. wildlife habitat
d. all of the above

The correct answer is Option D

Mangrove forest plays an important role in the fisheries, coastal protection and provide wildlife habitat.  Mangrove is a shrub or small tree that grows in the coast line and is tolerant to salt.

They improve the water quality of the coastline by absorbing the harmful waste of the water.

Mangroves also support a variety of wildlife such as tigers, honey bees, monkeys, et cetera. They find shelter in mangrove.

Mangrove also helps the fisherman economically as it serves as the breeding ground for the fishes which results in increasing the population of the fishes.

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