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'Loringa' mangrove is located in

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Answer options

  1. Gujarat
  2. Kerala
  3. Odisha
  4. Andhra Pradesh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Andhra Pradesh

Explanation: The Loringa Mangrove Forest is located in the Andhra Pradesh coast along the Godavari Delta region. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ The Loringa mangroves are part of the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary near Kakinada. ▪️ These mangroves are India’s second largest, after the Sundarbans. ▪️ Dominant species include Avicennia, Rhizophora, and Sonneratia. ▪️ The ecosystem provides a breeding ground for fish and crustaceans. ▪️ It acts as a natural barrier against cyclones and coastal erosion. ▪️ Managed by the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department. ▪️ The sanctuary covers nearly 235 sq. km and is part of the East Godavari Estuarine Ecosystem. ▪️ It supports endangered species like smooth-coated otters and fishing cats.