A mangrove's decade long journey ends after Hurricane Ian

A SW Florida photographer documented a single mangrove tree at Bunche Beach for nearly a decade, watching it thrive then die ...
NBC 6 South Florida

Mangrove magic: how a tree saved Florida $1.5 billion in hurricane damages

The coasts of Florida are renowned for their beaches, however, these tourists attractions are not the only thing contributing millions and millions of dollars to the state of Florida. A study by The ...
The New York Times

In Florida, ‘Powerful Little Plants’ That Protect From Big Storms

A curious trend is underway in Southwest Florida. Young red mangroves trees, some with nicknames like Rosie, Penelope and Dingle, are being adopted and raised in backyard gardens, at restaurant host ...
Treasure Coast Newspapers

Jail-time for cutting down a tree? Mangrove removal in Indian River County: What to know

A Windsor resident is accused of illegally removing mangroves and polluting water in the Indian River Lagoon. Unauthorized mangrove removal can result in fines and jail time. Permits are required to ...