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A Red Mangrove latin name- Rhizophora mangle dangles
into Puerto Mosquito Bay. This is the pioneer species
on seashores and open estuaries. The
characteristic and somewhat
scary looking proproots are partly submerged
in
tidal water or mud.
This is just one of the four mangroves that line the bay.
They provide nourishment for the eco system.
Written by Sharon Grasso and Frank LLosa
All Images Copyright © 1997 Frank Borges LLosa Photography / frankly.com