Mangrove forests, apart from their carbon sequestration and coastal protection benefits, provide a wide range of ecosystem services to people in tropical developing countries. Local people living in and around forests in the developing tropics also depend heavily on these mangrove ecosystem services for their livelihoods. The mangrove forests help to stabilize shorelines and reduce the devastating impact of natural disasters such as tsunamis and hurricanes. They also serve as breeding and nursing grounds for marine finfish and shellfish species of commercial importance. Mangroves serve as vital components of coastal health, acting as biological buffers that stabilize shorelines and foster rich biodiversity. By sequestering significant amounts of carbon and shielding inland areas from storm surges, these unique intertidal forests play a critical role in mitigating climate change and maintaining marine productivity.