Plan de Reforestación con Especies Nativas de Mangle en una Zona Degradada del Bajo Pindo, Municipio de San Andrés de Tumaco, Nariño

Abstract

It is based on the urgent need to protect and rehabilitate mangrove ecosystems in the Bajo Pindo area, San Andrés de Tumaco, Nariño. The accelerated degradation of these mangroves has generated negative impacts both environmentally and socioeconomically, requiring concrete actions for their recovery.

First and foremost, the conservation of mangroves is essential due to their key role in mitigating climate change. Mangroves have a high capacity for carbon storage, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the balance of the global carbon cycle (Alongi, 2015). Their degradation and loss result in the release of large amounts of stored carbon, exacerbating climate change.

Furthermore, mangroves play a crucial role in coastal protection. They act as natural barriers against coastal erosion, storms, and extreme weather events, reducing the risk of flooding and protecting local communities (Barbier et al., 2011). The degradation of mangroves exposes communities to a higher risk of natural disasters and associated economic losses.

In terms of biodiversity, mangroves host a wide variety of plant and animal species, including many endemic and endangered species. Their conservation is essential for preserving biological diversity and maintaining the balance of coastal ecosystems (Feller et al., 2017). Additionally, mangroves serve as critical habitats for fish and crustaceans that are an important source of food and livelihood for local communities.