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Largest mangrove forest in world

Here are the largest mangrove forests in the world, ranked by size:

1. Sundarbans Mangrove Forest

Location: Bangladesh and India
Area: Approximately 10,000 square kilometers
Significance: The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world, famous for its rich biodiversity, including the Bengal tiger. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and provides essential ecological services like coastal protection and carbon sequestration.

2. Gulf of Carpentaria Mangrove Forest

Location: Northern Australia (Queensland and Northern Territory)
Area: Approximately 7,000 square kilometers
Significance: The Gulf of Carpentaria is the second-largest mangrove forest, home to a vast array of wildlife, including numerous species of fish, birds, and marine life. These forests are vital for stabilizing coastal ecosystems and providing nursery habitats.

These two are the largest globally. Several other countries also have large mangrove forests, such as Indonesia and Malaysia, but these two hold the top spots.

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