Coastal Coral Reef

We have an international client with a large campus along a coast line that is forming a landbank to protect existing mangrove areas. Per previous strings it would seem that water plantings (mangrove areas) would qualify for SSc5.1 as mangroves are both on land and in water. However as an extension of these mangrove areas the coast line is highly irregular and there are coastal coral reefs that will be included within this landbank. The question is can these coral reef areas be counted toward SSc5.1 as the Owner wishes to protect these natural habitats as well? The LEED Reference Guide notes that ecologically appropriate features that maintain or restore the ecological integrity of the site including water bodies are acceptable. A coral reef connected directly to large mangrove areas would then seem to be inclusive within acceptable areas for SSc5.1. Thank you,