Known as the “rainforest of the sea” and “walking trees”. Mangroves have been able to evolve and thrive in the harsh environments of brackish water and changing tides by their ability to obtain freshwater from saltwater. It takes approximately 50-75 years for a Mangrove forest to mature and with over 50 species of Mangroves in existence, they contribute to the overall health of the coastal fisheries, slowing erosion, and providing a protected environment for a tremendous amount of wildlife and aquatic habitat. However, it is estimated that we have lost over 50% of the world’s Mangrove forest in recent years. Pollution, development from expanding industries, and the overabundance of prawn farming have resulted in mass Mangrove destruction across the globe. Ironically, some fish farms are unable to sustain themselves due to the loss of biodiversity the Mangroves provided. This loss has caused the destabilization of the complex ecosystems Mangroves help protect.