Mangrove Forests Along the Vietnamese Coastline

This book provides an in-depth examination of mangrove forests in Vietnam and highlights broader trends in mangrove research across Southeast Asia, a region that hosts about 30% of the world’s mangroves. It serves as an essential resource for researchers, environmental scientists, policymakers, and students, offering comprehensive insights into the spatial distribution of mangroves in Vietnam, methods for mapping and monitoring them, the threats facing these valuable coastal ecosystems, and the role of mangroves as natural bioshields against shoreline erosion. Additionally, the book presents a detailed overview of their carbon sequestration potential, the impacts of pollution, and a scientometric review of mangrove research in Vietnam. Vietnam’s coastal areas are rich in natural resources and support the livelihoods of many people. The country’s coastline is among the most densely populated regions in Southeast Asia, with key economic activities including fishing, aquaculture, logging, mining, and tourism. However, these human-driven activities have intensified in recent years due to population pressures, leading to significant environmental degradation along the coast. Coastal vegetation—such as mangrove forests and seagrass meadows—has been particularly affected by both anthropogenic pressures and natural phenomena, including shoreline erosion, sea-level rise, and tropical storms. The impacts of climate change on these areas have worsened as protective bioshields continue to decline.