Protecting Mangrove Forests From the Threat of Plastic Waste

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Plastic waste piling up in the mangrove forests of Serangan Village, Denpasar, Bali, poses a serious threat to the mangrove ecosystem. The plastic often gets caught in the roots, inhibiting mangrove growth and polluting marine life. Trash gets entangled in the roots, making it difficult for seedlings to grow and risking mangrove death. Meanwhile, plastic trapped in the mangrove area for extended periods decomposes into microplastics. This is dan…