Miss Mangroves

  Nariva Swamp Trinidad Credit: Edison Pargass Mangroves are tropical plants that are suited to loose, wet soils, salt water and submerged by tides on a regular basis. There are more than 50 species of mangroves found all over the world and three types. These are Red, White and Black Mangroves (DEP 2021). It is integral that mangroves be protected as they serve vital purposes to humans and many aquatic species. One of the first steps in doing so is enforcing global knowledge on the importance. Mangroves provide habitats for fish, birds and crustaceans to feed and reproduce, operate as filters for sediment and nutrients, meanwhile reducing erosion and maintaining water quality. They also protect coastlines from storm surges and cyclones, thus acting as a barrier for homes nearby (Department of the Environment and Energy, 2016). It has been established that Mangroves are extremely important, so why are they so undervalued? And what can be done to prevent destruction? Another step tha...

                                          Hi! My name is Karissa Mohammed and I was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago with the fortune of having supportive parents and two amazing younger sisters. This multi- cultured, beautiful twin island has molded me into my current self and I am proud to be a part of it.                                                                         My interest in nature and the environment began in primary school, when my class was assigned the task of germinating a red bean. We all swore it was the most important job we'd ever had, and I took it very seriously. Though there were many challenges in creating the ideal environment and c...