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Trees that grow in marshy areas, such as mangroves, have specialized breathing roots called pneumatophores. These roots extend above the waterlogged soil to access oxygen in the air, which is essential for the tree's survival in oxygen-poor environments. The adaptation allows these trees to thrive in saturated soils where traditional root systems would struggle to obtain sufficient oxygen for respiration. This unique feature enables them to stabilize the ecosystem, provide habitat, and improve water quality.

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