Mangrove recovery can’t outpace ocean warmingAfter decades of heavy losses, the destruction of coastal mangrove forests has slowed as their importance is recognised. But according to a new study a shock awaits in the future, because the oceans are warming too fast for that mangrove recovery process to keep up. Mangrove toleranceRising ocean temperatures will exceed the limits of mangrove tolerance ni some regions more than others. The models show economic growth and associated increases in conservation restoring substantial mangrove coverage over time, only for the warming oceans to wipe out these gains almost entirely. “But our projections show we need to accelerate both conservation efforts and emissions reductions to keep making progress for mangroves.”The team wants to see those working in mangrove conservation and restoration now integrating climate projections into their targets.