Mangrove Reserve Introduction
From Zhuwei to Ganzhen, the 76-hectare water-styled mangrove forest is the largest area of its kind in the world and marks the northernmost distribution of water-styled mangroves. The red mangrove is named for its reddish bark and wood and primarily grows in tropical and subtropical estuaries and shorelines. In this region, all red mangroves belong to the species known as water-styled mangrove, which is a type of viviparous evergreen tree; it is called "water-styled mangrove" because its viviparous seedlings resemble the shape of a pen. After exiting at Hongshulin Station on the MRT, visitors can enter the mangrove swamp area by following Lane 50 of Wai-Ganzhen. The park is home to active creatures such as fiddler crabs and mudskippers, and from mid-September to mid-March, one can also see water birds including egrets and sandpipers, making it a rich and convenient natural ecological classroom. As you walk along the wooden boardwalk into the Hongshulin Nature Reserve, the water-styled mangroves, which help stabilize soil and prevent tidal flooding, thrive in the wetland areas of the estuary. Wetland creatures like fiddler crabs and mudskippers flourish in the intertidal zone. It is also a national bird sanctuary where over 20 rare and precious species can be observed, attracting many ecologists and photographers. However, when visiting, please be careful not to litter as it can disturb the ecological balance of the area!
