Florida has a coast rich in mangrove forests, particularly along its southern and Gulf Coast regions.

Florida is home to the largest mangrove forests in the U.S., found along its southern and Gulf Coast regions. Mangrove forests in Florida provide critical habitat for wildlife, protect coastlines from erosion, and help maintain water quality. These forests are primarily located in regions such as the Everglades and Florida Bay. While California, Texas, and Maine have coastal ecosystems, they are not as well-known for their mangrove forests, which are more characteristic of subtropical and tropical regions like Florida.