The paper gives a historical overview, and a summary of key findings from 70 previously
published research papers giving scientific data over the years from 1980 to 2019. They …

The shoreline has dynamic characteristics since it experiences several coastal processes
resulting in progradation and retrogradation. The shoreline is a sensitive environment where …

Understanding the extent of collaboration among stakeholders is key to supporting
mangrove management. Despite the existence of robust policies, collaboration among …

Mangroves are a diverse group of highly salt-tolerant woody plants, which grow in the inter-
tidal zones in tropical and subtropical latitudes. Despite its unique services to the people …

Mangrove forests play a pivotal role in supporting mangrove associated snails by offering
essential functions such as breeding grounds, nursery areas, food sources, and protection …

Mangroves in the northern parts of Sri Lanka have been understudied and often ignored by
the ecologists due to several reasons. This paper contributes to the assessment of floristic …

Being a tropical country located close to the equator, Sri Lanka is blessed with diverse
mangrove ecosystems. However, most of its mangroves have not been studied in detail …

The paper presents a detailed ecological investigation of mangroves (trees and palm) along
Carigara Bay in Leyte, Philippines by comparing the diversity, vegetation structure, species …

Sri Lanka, a precious little tropical island in the Indian Ocean harbors a remarkable amount
of mangrove habitats scattered along the coastal zone of the country, yet confined to narrow …

Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka and the only wetland city in South Asia under the
Ramsar Convention. Crow Island Beach Park and associated coastal area belong to the …