The biggest mangrove forest in the world is:

The Sundarbans Mangrove Forest


📍 Location:

  • Spans across southern Bangladesh and eastern India (West Bengal)



🌍 Key Facts:

  • Area: About 10,000 square kilometers (3,861 sq mi)
    – ~60% is in Bangladesh, ~40% in India
  • World Heritage Site by UNESCO
  • It lies in the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers
  • Named after the Sundari tree, a type of mangrove tree.

🐅 Wildlife:

  • Home to the Royal Bengal Tiger
  • Also has crocodiles, spotted deer, fishing cats, and many bird species


🌊 Importance:

  • Acts as a natural shield against cyclones and floods
  • Provides habitat for thousands of species
  • Crucial for carbon storage, fisheries, and livelihoods for millions

Would you like:

  • A map of the Sundarbans?
  • A comparison of other major mangrove forests (like in Brazil, Indonesia, etc.)?
  • A short video script or description for YouTube or educational use?

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