Preserving The Coastline Of Pinamungajan Through Its Mangrove Forest

​The island of Cebu is rich in natural resources. Efforts have been exerted by both government and non-government organizations to protect these natural resources. One of these efforts was exerted by the local government of Pinamungajan where a mangrove forest was established to 

Mangrove Forest – image source: flickr.com

Mangrove Forest

According to the World Wildlife Fund, mangrove forests are productive ecosystems that provide for both marine life as well as the people living in the area. These forests serve as homes for fish, crabs, and shrimps, among others. In addition, mangrove wood is resistant to wood rot and insects, which makes them ideal construction materials for people living in the coastal areas. The dense root system of mangrove also allows them to stabilize the coastline since they prevent erosion and offer protection against storm surges.

Mangrove Forest in Pinamungajan 

The town of Pinamungajan has a mangrove forest that supports the rich marine ecosystem of its coastal areas. This mangrove forest can be seen at the point where the land intersects with the sea. While the forest is already massive in itself, a project initiated by Mayor Glenn Baricuatro further enhanced it.

Mangrove Forest – image source: pinamungajan.gov.ph

​Aside from the marine life living within the forest, it also serves to protect coastal barangays from storm surges and erosion. The mangrove forest of the town was likened to the one found in the Bojo River of Aloguisan where visitors can cruise along riding on a small banca. 

Mangrove Forest – image source: sunstar.com.ph

​A good part of the natural resources of Cebu are currently being monitored by different government and non-government organizations. But, it is still important for ordinary Cebuanos to do their part in ensuring these resources continue to exist in the years to come. Due to this, we should contribute in or own little ways whenever we visit the different natural attractions on the island.

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