Coral reefs are composed of mainly of coral and other organic matter of which parts have solidified. Coral reefs are very important because they serve as the home and nursery to many fish and other animals that lived in the ocean. They have a very big role because they serve as the shelter and food for fishes. Coral reefs provide protection for many different species of fish. Without coral reef there are no fishes and other animals lived in the ocean and humans will have no food to eat that can lead to starvation. Without coral reefs, these fish are left homeless with nowhere to live and no where to have their babies. People around the world depend on coral reefs.
Mangrove is a tropical tree that grows beside water and has roots that begin above the ground. Mangroves are extremely important in coastal areas. Mangroves protect shorelines from damaging storm and hurricane winds, waves, and floods. It serves as the nursery and shelter for fish. They also protect people and nature from storms and tsunamis.
Coral reefs and mangroves are abundant in Palawan so we should protect them for us to have a better living. With coral reefs and mangroves the marine creatures will be safe and tourists will visit our country because of its resources.
