Threats and Conservation Issues
Despite being remote and difficult to access the mangroves are being exploited by the local population. A socio-economic study by Indian Bird Conservation Network found that most of local fishermen harvest wood in the forest and depend heavily on the mangroves for their basic needs. The species Avicennia officinalis, Avicennia marina are being used for fuelwood.
The existence of otters has been hardly hit because of increased poaching and habitat destruction. The increasing industrialisation of Godavari Delta, increasing aquaculture activities and fishing pressure have severely affected the population of otters. The Andhra Pradesh Forest Department has taken steps to ensure conservation of otters and for afforestation of mangroves in the sanctuary.
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