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Mangroves are a powerful natural carbon sink and protect coastal areas from erosion and storm surges.
Senegal has lost nearly 40% of its mangroves since the 1970s. The tropical coastal vegetation cultivates wildlife and marine life, and also acts as a protective barrier between the land and sea.
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