Mapping of Mangrove Forest on the North-Western Coast of Guyana

 

Mapping of Mangrove Forest on the North-Western Coast of Guyana

The map above displays the location of mangrove forests along the north-western coast of Guyana by using satellite imagery to detect the above-ground biomass. This is a product of training sessions with SERVIR Global and relevant NGO and government agencies to improve the monitoring of mangrove forests. This is an important initiative because mangrove forest provides critical ecological services to Guyana. However, there is very little data on the status of the vegetation which is being threatened by climate change and anthropogenic activities. This collaborative initiative is part of a bigger plan to protect and preserve the ecosystem.

 Source: https://servirglobal.net/Global/Articles/Article/2728/ensuring-resilience-for-people-and-ecosystems-guyana-advances-mangrove-monitoring-with-satellite-technology