Describe microhabitat diversity in mangrove forests and how this supports high species richness.

• A. Prop root zones create aerial habitats for invertebrates; mudflats support burrowers; standing water pockets support fish; canopy provides birds; overall high habitat heterogeneity fosters diversity.
• B. Mangrove forests have uniform habitat with few niches
• C. Only the canopy matters for diversity
• D. Diversity is low due to salinity stress

Answer: (A)