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Mangroves Growing Roots
18:31 - 25:13 (06:42)
Mangroves can start growing roots within hours, enabling them to stand themselves up even when they fall on their side. Different types of fish, octopi, sharks, shrimp, and mollusks are among those that have a symbiotic relationship with mangroves.
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Mangroves are able to start growing roots quickly and can even stand themselves up if they fall on their side.
18:31 - 21:47 (03:16)
Mangroves
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Mangroves are able to start growing roots quickly and can even stand themselves up if they fall on their side. They can even begin growing as seedlings while still attached to their parent tree, serving as a survival strategy in harsh coastal environments.
ChapterMangroves Growing Roots
EpisodeMangroves: Nature's Best Tree?
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Mangroves are vital ecosystems that serve as a habitat and nursery for a wide range of animals, including fish, monkeys, and reptiles.
21:47 - 25:13 (03:26)
mangroves
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Mangroves are vital ecosystems that serve as a habitat and nursery for a wide range of animals, including fish, monkeys, and reptiles. Their root systems and thick deposits provide protection and shelter for these animals to thrive.