Assessment of Ecosystem Services, Plant Diversity Pattern Analysis in Guliakhali Sea Beach (Chattogram, Bangladesh).

Abstract

Bangladesh's coastal regions are frequently hit by cyclones. The Sundarbans' natural mangrove forests offer protection from storm damage, prompting government to launch a mangrove afforestation initiative in 1966. These first plantings were particularly effective in preserving and stabilizing coastal areas, which sparked a massive drive to reforest mangroves. In the current study, the ecosystem services and plant species diversity in Guliakhali are being identified. In Guliakhali, five distinct kinds of provisioning services are listed. Fish, fruits (plants), medicinal plants, ornamental resources, and fuels are among the known provisioning services. In Guliakhali, there are eleven regulated services and fifteen distinct types of cultural services. According to the study, Guliakhali is an important habitat for plants, fish, birds, and other life forms. Furthermore, it provides a habitat for 23 plant species and at least 15 fish species. From the identified plant species, four plant types are defined: trees (10 species), herbs (4 species), shrubs (2 species), and climbers (7 species).Salinity, distance, and among the species all exhibit positive and negative correlations. We can see that the amount of vegetation is gradually diminishing through the examination of the NDVI maps. This study will help social workers, researchers, and legislators work toward various sustainable goals.