Mangroves in Karwar: Karnataka’s Coastal Biodiversity Hotspotcl Grow Billion Trees

Mangroves act as natural barriers, absorbing the energy of tidal waves and mitigating the impact of cyclones. During extreme weather events, such as Cyclone Tauktae (2021), Karwar’s mangroves played a crucial role in reducing coastal damage.Mangroves in Karwar: Karnataka’s Coastal Biodiversity Hotspot