Sonneratia caseolaris – Kuhlhavah
Sonneratia caseolaris, commonly known as the mangrove apple, belongs to the genus Sonneratia, which consists of nine distinct species, including seven primary…
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Euphorbia hirta – Kiruthona
Euphorbia hirta, known locally in the Maldives as Kiruthona, is a small annual herb valued for its medicinal properties. Commonly referred to…
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Hunigondi Filaa – Phyla nodiflora
Hunigondi Filaa is a very common medicinal plant in the Maldives. From my childhood, I remember hearing my mom and others in…
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Wandering Midget – Agriocnemis pygmaea
The Agriocnemis pygmaea, also known as the wandering midget or pygmy wisp, is a fascinating species of damselfly belonging to the family…
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Ischnura senegalensis – Common Bluetail Damselfly
Ischnura senegalensis, also known as the common bluetail, marsh bluetail, ubiquitous bluetail, African bluetail, or Senegal golden dartlet, is a widespread damselfly…
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Dragonflies in the Maldives
In the Maldives, every year around November and December, something amazing happens – millions of dragonflies arrive here. It’s like a magical…
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Tramea basilaris (Keyhole Glider)
Tramea basilaris, commonly known as the Keyhole Glider, is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. It is widely distributed across…
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Geograpsus grayi (Little Nipper)
Geograpsus grayi, commonly known as the “Little Nipper,” is a species of land crab belonging to the family Grapsidae. This species is…
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Little Heron (Butorides atricapilla)
The Little Heron (Butorides atricapilla) is a small waterbird belonging to the heron family. In the Maldives, it is locally known as…
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Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) in the Maldives
The breadfruit tree is one of the largest and most significant trees in the Maldives, often found in home gardens and community…
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Lodoicea maldivica: The Maldive Coconut
Lodoicea maldivica, commonly known as the Maldive coconut, coco de mer, sea coconut, or double coconut, is an extraordinary palm species renowned…
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Willughby’s Leafcutter Bee
Willughby’s Leafcutter Bee (Megachile willughbiella) stands as a vital guardian of biodiversity within the Maldives. Found along the sandy shores, particularly amidst…
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Mud Crab – Scylla serrata
The Mud Crab, scientifically known as Scylla serrata, holds a special place in the diverse ecosystem of the Maldives. Often found in…
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Brown Land Crab – Cardisoma carnifex
Cardisoma carnifex, affectionately known as the Brown Land Crab, is a common sight across numerous Maldivian islands. From Kaafu Huraa to Noonu…
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Paraleptuca Crassipes – thick-legged fiddler crab
In the mangrove areas of the Maldives, one can often spot the captivating Paraleptuca crassipes, also known as the thick-legged fiddler crab.…
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Grey Heron – Maakanaa
Among the many birds that grace the islands of the Maldives, few are as iconic and memorable as the Grey Heron, known…
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Euphorbia cyathophora Murray – Malaafey
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Heliotrope Moth – Utetheisa pulchelloides
In the Maldives, every moth is simply known as “balhindhu” in the local language. These tiny creatures were a common sight during…
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Orothalassodes falsaria
In a surprising find at Hulhumale Central Park, I stumbled upon a tiny moth pupa. Watching closely, I noticed its color change…
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Wandering Glider – Dhondhooni
In the Maldives, there’s a dragonfly that’s everywhere during certain times of the year. It’s called the wandering glider, but here, we…
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Peacock Pansy Butterfly
The Peacock Pansy butterfly, with its striking yellow hues and intricate patterns, graces the diverse landscapes of the Maldives. First documented in…
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Maa Kandholhu – Poison Bulb Tree
The Maa Kandholhu, also known as the Poison Bulb Tree, is a common tree in the Maldives. Scientifically classified as Crinum toxicarium…
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Noni Fruit – Ahivah
Morinda citrifolia, commonly known as the noni fruit or locally in the Maldives as “Ahivah,” stands as a testament to the rich…
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Orthetrum Sabina – Valhu Munnyama
Discovering a Dragonfly: In my island, Noonu Atoll Lhohi, we encounter a special creature known as the Valhu Munnyama or Slender Skimmer…
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