Coastal Wetland Collection

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near mangroves, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus) male, Sabah, Borneo

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Lemon shark pup (Negaprion brevirostris) in mangrove forest which acts as a nursery for juveniles of this species. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Dune and Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle), Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) seedling, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Flock of White ibis (Eudocimus albus) in breeding plumage, at rookery on water s
Flock of White ibis (Eudocimus albus) in breeding plumage, at rookery on waters edge of the mangrove-covered island, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA, March

Palm tree branch dipping towards water, Puerto Jimenez, Golfo Dulce, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

White throated kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) perched on a reed, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India

Male Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) walking through mangrove forest, Sundarbans, India, 2017

RF - Split level photo of mangrove scenery, with hard corals (including Goniopora sp. Porites sp.) growing below Red mangrove tree (Rhizophora sp.). Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Lemon shark juvenile (Negaprion brevirostris) trying to feed on the leaves of a red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle). As pups, the sharks have to learn to hunt for themselves and sometimes make mistakes

Golden cownose rays (Rhinoptera steindachneri) swimming near mangrove roots, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near coast with mangrove roots, , Posa de los Patillos, Fernadina Island, Galapagos

Mangroves on Tupeti Island, Southern Lagoon, Forgotten Coast, Lagoons of New Caledonia: Reef Diversity and Associated Ecosystems UNESCO World Heritage Site. New Caledonia

Lemon shark pups (Negaprion brevirostris) spend the first 5-8 years of their life in mangrove forests. The tangle of roots provides protection from predators

Aerial view of Mangrove forest, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica, May 2017

Tea mangroves (Pelliciera rhizophorae) Pochote Estuary, Costa Rica. Vulnerable species

Tea mangrove (Pelliciera rhizophorae) flower, Pochote Estuary, Costa Rica, Vulnerable species

Purple gallinule (Porphyrula martinica) in mangrove swamp. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA. March

Proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus), Sabah Malaysia, Borneo

Aerial view of Delta Sierpe River Terraba, Corcovado National Park, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. December 2014

A tree is seen on the shore of the Tisma lagoon wetland park in Masaya, Nicaragua, February 2, 2018. REUTERS/Oswaldo Rivas

Communities are seen surrounded by water and wetlands in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, August 25, 2015. REUTERS/Jonathan Bachman TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A bird is reflected in water at Laguna de Bay in Muntinlupa, Metro Manila, Philippines February 11, 2018. REUTERS/Erik De Castro

Yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp. ) portrait, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India
Yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp.) portrait, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India

Two Blue spotted mud skippers (Boleophthalmus boddarti) fighting at water's edge, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India

Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) pup and school of fish swimming through Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) nursery, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas, North Atlantic

Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp)
Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp.) Gam Island, Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua, Indonesia

Aerial view of the parallel bars at Marismas Nacionales, the largest mangrove coastal ecosystem in the Mexican Pacific and habitat for the Jaguar, Nayarit, Mexico. October

Jaguar (Panthera onca) walking through a lagoon in the mangroves, Marismas Nacionales, Nayarit, Mexico

Dominant male Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes troglodytes) walking in the mangrove, with female carrying her infant, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa

Aerial view of mangrove forest, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa. October, 2021

Dominant male Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes troglodytes) in the mangrove, with female and infant vocalising, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) hides among mangrove trees, Bahamas

Orbiculate cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp.) in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Pacific ocean

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) in mangrove canals, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, June

A bird eats a small fish at Laguna de Bay in Muntinlupa, Metro Manila, Philippines February 11, 2018. REUTERS/Erik De Castro

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"Exploring the Rich Biodiversity of Coastal Wetlands: A Glimpse into Nature's Nurseries" Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters, surrounded by a lush mangrove forest in Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island. In the protective embrace of mangroves, a Lemon shark pup (Negaprion brevirostris) finds solace and safety as it navigates through its nursery in this vibrant coastal wetland. Witnessing the wonders of nature unfold, we encounter another Lemon shark pup (Negaprion brevirostris), seeking refuge amidst the intricate roots of a mangrove forest that acts as an essential sanctuary for these young marine creatures. Amidst the verdant beauty of Sabah, Borneo, a magnificent Proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus) male swings effortlessly from tree to tree within this thriving coastal wetland ecosystem. The journey towards maturity begins with Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets that transform into fully mature plants, providing stability and shelter to countless species along the coastlines they inhabit. Delicate yet resilient, a Yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp. ) poses elegantly against the backdrop of Sunderban tiger reserve in West Bengal, India - showcasing its vital role in maintaining balance within this precious coastal wetland habitat. At water's edge in Sunderban tiger reserve, two Blue spotted mud skippers (Boleophthalmus boddarti) engage in an intense battle for dominance – reminding us of nature's fierce spirit thriving even at such peaceful shores. Once again highlighting their importance as nurseries for marine life, we encounter yet another Lemon shark pup (Negaprion brevirostris), finding comfort amidst towering mangroves that provide protection and sustenance.