Mangrove Wetland Park Introduction
The Mangrove Wetland Ecological Park, located to the west of Dapeng Bay, covers an area of approximately 13.5 hectares and is primarily used for the rehabilitation of mangroves. The park is adjacent to community family wastewater and aquaculture wastewater that is naturally drained through gravity flow. After being absorbed and utilized by the mangrove plants in the wetland, it also achieves purification effects. Due to its rich mangrove ecosystem, it has established ecological tourism value. The mangrove distribution area in Dapeng Bay is mainly concentrated in the following regions: Jianmei Township: After exploring the mangroves near the first drainage ditch of Donggang, you can find mangrove clusters decorated with coconut trees next to Jianmei Township community. In this lush green scenery, you can seriously look for mudskippers playing and foraging in the mudflats. First Drainage Ditch: Continuing south along Provincial Highway 17 leads to the First Drainage Ditch, where mangroves grow. Here, besides observing the mangrove ecosystem, a noteworthy subject to observe is the "fiddler crab." Numerous small holes can be seen on the mudflats, which are the underground castles built by these industrious creatures, providing a surprising ecological experience throughout the mudflats. Linbian Drainage Ditch: Heading south along the First Drainage Ditch will take you to the mangrove distribution area of the Linbian Drainage Ditch, which attracts large numbers of waterbirds, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts. Birds: The bird species appearing in Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area include migratory birds and transient birds, with species primarily from herons, shorebirds, and rails that like to inhabit muddy wetlands. The most abundant are herons, especially the Little Egret, followed by the Intermediate Egret, Great Egret, Grey Heron, and Black-crowned Night Heron. Among the shorebirds, the most common are the eastern curlew, green-footed sandpiper, and eastern sandpipers, while the roseate spoonbills and purple swamphens are also found in considerable numbers. Marine Life: Currently, Dapeng Bay has discovered various species of fiddler crabs, including the striped fiddler crab, white umbrella fiddler crab, northern hard claw fiddler crab, and triangular fiddler crab. Male fiddler crabs have one notably large claw that can extend up to three times the length of their carapace. The color of fiddler crabs changes with time and tides, being darker during the day and lighter at night. Fiddler crabs cannot adapt to excessively dry environments and are often found in the intertidal zones of Dapeng Bay, along the mangroves, bay mouths, and beaches. Plants: Mangroves are a group of tall trees or shrubs that grow along coastlines or where rivers meet the sea, primarily distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. These plants usually provide functions such as salt tolerance, windbreak, sand fixation, flow regulation, wave attenuation, water purification, shore protection, and providing habitats for wildlife and beautiful environments. This area marks the southern limit of mangrove distribution in Taiwan, where only the sea blite of the amaranth family remains. The distribution areas are mainly concentrated in Donggang's First Drainage Ditch, Jianmei Township area, and parts of the coastline of Dapeng Bay.
Mangrove Wetland Trail
Aerial view of Mangrove Wetlands
