What is another word for mangrove?
Pronunciation: [mˈaŋɡɹə͡ʊv] (IPA) 
Mangroves are trees and shrubs that grow in coastal areas and estuarine environments. They play an essential role in protecting coastal regions from storms, providing habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, and improving water quality. There are several synonyms for the term "mangrove," including mangal, salt marsh, and tidal forest. Mangal refers to the ecosystem created by mangroves; a salt marsh is a type of wetland ecosystem found in coastal areas and estuaries; and tidal forest refers to the forests located in areas influenced by tides, largely dominated by mangroves. All these terms are used interchangeably to refer to the unique type of ecosystem characterized by the presence of mangroves.
