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Sunday, April 18, 2021

April 18, 2021

This plant is known as Black Mangrove
It is valuable for erosion control
It serves as a nursery for crustaceans and fish and
For nesting coastal birds, it plays a large role.

Location: Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park

Sources: https://plants.usda.gov/factsheet/pdf/fs_avge.pdf

Photo and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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