Ground-Based Techniques in Mangrove Monitoring and Management
Book Chapter
Mukul, SA, Arfin-Khan, MAS, Banerjee, S et al. (2026). Ground-Based Techniques in Mangrove Monitoring and Management
. 41-57. 10.1007/978-3-032-16668-5_3
Mukul, SA, Arfin-Khan, MAS, Banerjee, S et al. (2026). Ground-Based Techniques in Mangrove Monitoring and Management
. 41-57. 10.1007/978-3-032-16668-5_3
Mangroves provide a wide range of ecosystem services, including coastal protection, biodiversity conservation, and fisheries support. While offering cultural and recreational benefits to local communities, they also play a crucial role in climate regulation and nutrient cycling. Despite their immense importance, mangrove ecosystems around the world are disappearing at an alarming rate. To safeguard this critical coastal ecosystem, effective management and continuous monitoring are essential. Ground-based monitoring techniques play a crucial role by providing high-resolution, site-specific data that complement remote sensing technologies, offering detailed insights into mangrove health, dynamics, and resilience. This chapter presents an overview of ground-based approaches to mangrove management and monitoring, emphasizing their significance; the key biological, physical, chemical, and social parameters involved; important methodological considerations; and the challenges associated with their application. While ground-based monitoring faces challenges such as limited accessibility, high resource demands, and environmental risks, it remains indispensable for the long-term conservation and management of mangroves. By combining these techniques with community engagement and technological innovation, stakeholders can develop robust strategies to strengthen mangrove resilience and ensure the sustainable management and protection of this imperiled ecosystem.
