According to historical accounts, the fisheries of Malampaya Sound in the Philippines’ Palawan province were once so rich it was difficult to wade to shore without stepping on crabs. This bounty fueled migration to the area from across the Philippines, and by the turn of the 20th century, much of the areas' mangroves had been cleared or degraded, leading to a decline in fish catches.
From 2011-2013, mangrove restoration efforts were initiated as part of the Philippines’ National Greening Program, but, as elsewhere in the country, the initiative performed far below target. Today, however, thanks to ongoing outreach initiatives, community partnerships and Indigenous belief systems, the importance of preserving mangroves is widely recognized and the area's coastal forests and fisheries are seeing a recovery.
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