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MapMaker: Mangroves
MapMaker: Mangroves
Mangrove forests are extremely important for the protection of the land, water, atmosphere, animals, and human society. However, the global extent of mangrove forests has decreased sharply due to the effects of human activities and global climate change. Use this map layer to explore the modern extent of mangrove forest cover.
Grades
5 - 12+
Subjects
Biology, Ecology, Conservation, Earth Science, Oceanography, Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Human Geography, Physical Geography
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Map by National Geographic

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Last Updated
August 2, 2022
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