Coastal Habitats in West Africa: A Vital Ecosystem
Seagrass habitats stretch along the West African shoreline, playing a crucial role in the marine ecosystem by providing food and shelter for marine life. These ecosystems also help combat climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide. Captured during the ResilienSEA project, this image underscores the importance of conservation efforts in the region.
For more details, visit: ResilienSEA – Resilient Seagrasses.
Year: 2019
From album: West Africa’s Seagrass Ecosystems – ResilienSEA Project
Photographer: Rob Barnes