Papilio polytes (Common Mormon)
A complete life cycle observation of Papilio polytesThe Common Mormon, Papilio polytes, is one of the swallowtail butterflies that can be found breeding on lime
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Plain Tiger Butterfly (Danaus chrysippus) in the Maldives
IntroductionThe Plain Tiger butterfly (Danaus chrysippus) is one of the most common and easily recognizable butterflies in the Maldives. Its local name is ruwaa kokaa,
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 Coenagrionidae. This petite
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 in the Coenagrionidae
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 show that not
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 tropical and subtropical
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 the Magoo Gas
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 my childhood, and
Orothalassodes falsaria
In a surprising find at Hulhumale Central Park, I stumbled upon a tiny moth pupa. Watching closely, I noticed its color change after just one
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 know it as
