ACTIVITY 1: Guess Which Fits? Directions: Identify which among tropical forest, coral reef, and mangrove swamp fits the description below. Write TR for tropical rainforest, CR for coral reef, and MS for mangrove swamp, in the answer sheet provided 1. It stabilizes shorelines by slowing erosion and provide natural barriers protecting coastal communities from increased storm surge, flooding and hurricanes. 2. In this habitat's four layers, animals develop adaptations to help them survive. 3. It is known as "Rainforests of the Sea". 4. It houses about 80% of the world's documented species. 5. It has thick growths of plants found in very hot, humid, and wet places around the world.