SHINAS: The Environment Department in the Governorate of Al Batinah North has successfully cultivated 450 mangrove seedlings in Khor Hameira, Wilayat of Shinas. This step forms part of an environmental initiative that has contributed to the ecological rehabilitation of the site and the enhancement of its vegetative cover, which had previously been devoid of this species.
Findings from ongoing field monitoring have demonstrated the successful establishment of the planted seedlings in their natural environment, with healthy growth patterns observed.
The average height of the seedlings ranges between approximately 1.5 and 2 metres, reflecting both the success of the cultivation operations and the suitability of the site for mangrove growth. The initiative was implemented in two phases commencing in 2024, following the conduct of necessary measurements and tests for salinity levels and pH in both water and soil, to verify the environmental suitability for cultivation and ensure the long-term sustainability of seedling growth.
The success of this initiative has resulted in the formation of a new coastal vegetative cover in Khor Hameira, thereby supporting the restoration of natural habitats, enhancing biodiversity, providing a conducive environment for marine life and bird species and reinforcing the sustainability of the coastal ecosystem while protecting shorelines. - ONA
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