The lagoon of Coyuca de Benitez, Guerrero, Mexico

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Coastal ecosystems are among the planet's most productive environments, significantly contributing to primary productivity and nutrient content. Mangrove forests are vital components, enhancing coastal fisheries by converting nutrients from organic matter. They also act as natural filters, trapping contaminants from various sources, thereby improving coastal water quality. This ecological balance supports a rich food chain, essential for sustaining high fishery production in lagoon systems, highlighting the critical role of these ecosystems in environmental health and biodiversity.