Mangrove Wetland Park Introduction
The Mangrove Wetland Ecological Park, located west of Dapeng Bay, covers an area of approximately 13.5 hectares and is primarily used for mangrove rehabilitation. Nearby community household wastewater and aquaculture effluents are naturally drained using gravity and absorbed by the mangrove plants in the wetland, achieving purification effects. The rich mangrove ecosystem also creates ecological tourism value. The mangrove distribution area in Dapeng Bay is mainly concentrated in the following regions: Jianmei Township: After exploring the mangroves of the First Drainage Canal in Donggang, you can find a cluster of mangroves adorned with coconut palms beside the Jianmei Township community. In this verdant landscape, if you look closely, you may spot schools of mudskippers playing and foraging on the mudflats. First Drainage Canal: Continuing south along Provincial Highway 17, you will reach the First Drainage Canal, which is also a mangrove growth area. In addition to enjoying the mangrove ecology, a notable subject to observe here is the "mud crab." The mudflats are dotted with small mounds, which are underground castles constructed by these industrious crabs, providing an astonishing ecological experience. Linjian Drainage Canal: Heading south from the First Drainage Canal, you will arrive at the mangrove distribution area of the Linjian Drainage Canal, which attracts large numbers of waterbirds, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts. Birds: Species of birds observed in the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area include migratory birds and transit birds, with a focus on those that thrive in muddy wetland habitats such as herons, waders, and rails. The most abundant group is the herons, particularly the Little Egret, followed by the Cattle Egret, Great Egret, Gray Heron, and Yellow Bittern. Among the waders, the most common are the Eurasian Curlew, Green Sandpiper, and Eastern Curlew, while the Tringa family includes the Black-winged Stilt and the rail family has a significant number of Purple Swamphen. Marine Life: Dapeng Bay currently has several species of shore crabs, including the Net-shaped Mud Crab, White-fringed Mud Crab, Northern Broad-clawed Mud Crab, and Triangular Mud Crab. Male mud crabs have one prominent and large claw, which can extend up to three times the length of their shell. The color of mud crabs changes with the time of day and tidal variations, appearing darker during the day and lighter at night. They cannot adapt to excessively dry environments and are found in the intertidal zones of Dapeng Bay, along mangroves, bay shores, and beaches. Plant Life: Mangroves are a group of tall trees or shrubs that grow along the coasts of rivers or at the intersections of coastal and riverine environments, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. These plants generally have functions such as salt tolerance, wind resistance, sediment stabilization, flow attenuation, wave breaking, water purification, coastal protection, providing wildlife habitats, and creating aesthetic environments. This area marks the southern boundary of mangrove distribution in Taiwan, with the only remaining species being Avicennia marina from the Acanthaceae family. The distribution is primarily concentrated in the First Drainage Canal of Donggang, Jianmei Township, and sections of the coastal area of Dapeng Bay.
Mangrove Wetland Trail
Mangrove Wetland Aerial View
