Mangrove trees play vital role in maintaining biodiversity

Head of the mangrove project, Mr. Amanuel Yemane disclosed that mangrove trees are playing a vital role in preserving biodiversity and environmental cleanliness.

Asmara, 9 October 2011- Head of the mangrove project, Mr. Amanuel Yemane disclosed that mangrove trees are playing a vital role in preserving biodiversity and environmental cleanliness.

Mr. Amanuel noted that the main goal of the project is to preserve the natural mangrove trees along the coasts of the Red Sea and add more mangrove seedlings in swamps so as to maintain animal food supply in the area.

Indicating that mangrove trees are very important in environmental and ecological safety, Mr. Amanuel added that they are also essential in protecting soil erosion; it serves as a haven for sea creatures and expansion of coral reefs. He also pointed out that the mangrove trees are facing the treat of extinction worldwide, while 15% of Eritrea’s sea coast is covered by these trees.

Reports disclosed that plans have been mapped out for the coming three years to plant mangrove trees in 600 hectares both in the Northern and Southern Red Sea regions.