How do people abuse mangroves?

People abuse mangroves primarily through deforestation for agriculture, urban development, and aquaculture, which leads to habitat loss and decreased biodiversity. Pollution from industrial runoff, plastic waste, and untreated sewage further degrades these ecosystems. Additionally, overfishing and unsustainable harvesting of mangrove resources disrupt the ecological balance. This exploitation not only threatens mangrove health but also impacts coastal communities that rely on them for protection and livelihood.