Rhizophoraceae Collection

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Mangrove trees (Rhizophora mangle) on CYC Island, Coron, Palawan, Philippines

Split level photo of an American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) beneath red mangrove trees (Rhizophora mangle) above a bed of seagrass (turtlegrass: Thalassia testudinum)

Dune and Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle), Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) seedling, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

CYC Island, Coron, Palawan, Philippines

Small outrigger boat and mangrove trees (Rhizophora mangle) on CYC Island, Coron, Palawan, Philippines

RF - Split level photo of mangrove scenery, with hard corals (including Goniopora sp. Porites sp.) growing below Red mangrove tree (Rhizophora sp.). Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Lemon shark juvenile (Negaprion brevirostris) trying to feed on the leaves of a red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle). As pups, the sharks have to learn to hunt for themselves and sometimes make mistakes

Split level photo of mangrove scenery, with hard corals ( including Goniopora sp.; Heliopora sp; Porites sp.) growing below Red mangrove tree: (Rhizophora mangle)

Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) pup and school of fish swimming through Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) nursery, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas, North Atlantic

Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp)
Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp.) Gam Island, Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua, Indonesia

Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) forest, Cienaga de Zapata National Park, Matanzas Province, Cuba

Ceriops tagal, yellow mangrove tree
Outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage, 1768-1771. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Bruguiera gymnorrhiza, orange mangrove tree
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Precious and fragile
Mangroves are trees and shrubs that grow in saline coastal habitats in ttropics and subtropics. More than fifty species of Rhizophoraceae grow in Australasia

Mangrove (Rhizophora sp. ) submerged roots, West Waigeo, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea
Mangrove (Rhizophora sp.) submerged roots, West Waigeo, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, July

Rhizophora mangrove forest
The gnarled roots of the mangrove forest, Kampong Kapok, Muara, Brunei. Photographed by Dr Gaden Robinson

Young fruits of Mangrove tree (Kandelia candel) overhanging tidal creek, Guandu Nature Park, Taiwan, Asia

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The Rhizophoraceae family, commonly known as the Red Mangrove, is a fascinating group of plants that play a crucial role in coastal ecosystems. These resilient species, such as the Rhizophora mangle found on CYC Island in Coron, Palawan, Philippines, start their life as propagules or plantlets before growing into fully mature trees. In Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, an enchanting split-level photo captures the harmony between nature and wildlife. An American crocodile gracefully coexists with Dune and Red Mangroves (Rhizophora mangle), showcasing the intricate balance of this unique habitat. Nearby stands a vibrant Red Mangrove seedling - a symbol of hope for future generations. CYC Island in Coron presents a picturesque scene where small outrigger boats navigate through lush mangrove forests dominated by Rhizophora mangle. These magnificent trees provide shelter and sustenance to various marine creatures like Lemon shark juveniles attempting to feed on their leaves. Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas reveals another captivating sight: Lemon shark pups swimming alongside schools of fish amidst the protective embrace of Red mangroves (Rhizophora mangle). This nursery-like environment showcases how these trees serve as vital sanctuaries for young marine life in the North Atlantic region. Traveling further east to Gam Island in Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua, Indonesia unveils yet another marvel. The roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp. ) become home to Orbiculate Cardinalfish schools seeking refuge from predators while surrounded by stunning hard corals including Goniopora sp. , creating an awe-inspiring underwater landscape. The diverse habitats created by Rhizophoraceae offer not only breathtaking scenery but also essential ecological functions. From protecting coastlines against erosion to providing nurseries for countless marine organisms, these remarkable plants are true guardians of our fragile coastal ecosystems. Let us cherish and preserve these natural wonders for future generations to enjoy.