Mangroves have some interesting adaptations that help them survive in estuaries.
They grow in muddy soil that does not contain much oxygen. To get air, some mangroves give out special roots called breathing roots. Breathing roots are lined with special cells ( called lenticels) that absorb air. Mangroves are surrounded by salty water, which is harmful to most plants. A special membrane covering their roots helps mangroves to filter out most of the salt. Some mangroves are also able to excrete salt through their leaves.
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