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Community Based Mangrove Planting Handbook for Papua New Guinea 2018

In Papua New Guinea (PNG), many coastal communities depend on mangroves for their livelihood. Mangrove trees have been harvested over generations for construction materials and firewood. Mangroves provide a habitat for fish, crabs, shellfish, birds, and reptiles. Mangroves also provide a natural defense against storm surges, coastal erosion, and coastal flooding. An analysis conducted by government’s limate Change and Development Authority (CCDA) has highlighted community-based mangrove planting as a cost-effective measure for coastal communities. Unfortunately, overexploitation and degradation of mangrove areas means communities are losing this protection.

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Publisher PNG Conservation and Environment Protection Authority, National Fisheries Authority of Papua New Guinea, PNG Forestry Authority, Climate Change and Development Authority in PNG
Modified 04 September 2022
Release Date 19 July 2021
Identifier af9d6d47-8c34-4ee7-bb9f-fac34a82ca11
Spatial / Geographical Coverage Location Papua New Guinea
Relevant Countries Papua New Guinea
License Public
[Open Data]