Mangrove Nursery Metal Print

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Red mangroves growing out in the water of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.

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Mangroves are important plants in the saltwater and brackish ecosystems around the world. Their method of propagating with floating seeds allows them to root in areas that are alternately wet and dry. This allows mangroves to be on the front line of land creation and provide an important buffer to erosion, especially during hurricanes and other storms. Mangroves also provide an important protective and food rich habitat in the estuaries for the young of many fishes and other water life.

His entire life Paul Rebmann has ventured outdoors to enjoy nature. Whether he is hiking in mountain forests, wading through Florida swamps, or on the water in a kayak or canoe, Paul strives to satisfy his biophilia. As a nature photographer and Florida Master Naturalist, he attempts to bring the beauty and wonder of nature to others, so that they may see what they might not happen to experience for themselves, and to impart the importance of preserving our natural areas, not only for our enjoyment and quality of life, but also for the survival of the flora and fauna that surrounds us. Images by Paul have been published in field guides, various periodicals, exhibited in juried art shows and also used in exhibits at Lyonia Environmental...