FISHING

Using octopus to catch lobsters

Feather for catching yellowfin tuna

There is one fact that is so real:

Reef Gobies: Colorful Stars of the Reef

This group is the largest in the family,

Fascinating jellyfish

Phylum: CnidariaClass: ScyphozoaClassification: InvertebrateWeight: Up to 2kgBody size: 2cm to 2mTop speed: 8km/hDiet: Fish, shrimp, crabs, tiny plants and even other species of jellyfish We used to go to the beach in the Neragado area of our district when we

BIODIVERSITY

Maldives Reef Fish: Popular Grouper Species You Need to Know

FISHING

Top Bait Fishes in the Maldives

LIFESTYLE AND CULTURE

The Epic Maldivian Revolt: When Islanders Seized Portuguese Weapons

FISHING

Mahi Mahi: One of the Ocean’s Most Dynamic Hunters

BIODIVERSITY

Geimiski Fanno – Discover Macro Marine Life, Sharks & Pelagic Wonders

FISHING

Traditional Tiger Shark Fishing in the Maldives: Deadly Art and Deep Superstitions

BIODIVERSITY

Maldives Reef Fish: Popular Grouper Species You Need to Know

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Groupers are one of the most delicious fish in the Maldives, popular

Geimiski fanno diving area of Fuvahmulah island, Maldives.

Geimiski Fanno – Discover Macro Marine Life, Sharks & Pelagic Wonders

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Geimiski fanno is situated on the northern side of Fuvahmulah. In Fuvahmulah,

Coral garden of vaikaradhoo island, Maldives.

Maldives Coral Reefs Shine in Hassaan’s Stunning Coral Garden Reveal

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Not every photographer can capture the hidden whispers of nature or the

A collage photo of oceanic manta, tiger shark, whale shark and a thresher shark.

Fuvahmulah – Oceanic capital of pelagic adventures

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My friend Ali Mohamed, also known as Baret, from Fuvahmulah, left a

The Maldives is a sanctuary for cetaceans

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The Maldives is located at the heart of the International Whaling Commission’s

Maldives’ Killer Whale Boom: Over 60 Sightings

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Some ocean species are creepy and mysterious, while others are stunningly beautiful.

The Maldives stands as a sanctuary of giants, where Bryde’s whales reign over the deep

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This is a collection of articles I’m writing about Maldivian cetaceans. In

Sivad’s creativity captivatingly depicts marine life

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The underwater world is full of life and vibrant creatures. Exploring and

Oceanic Manta Rays: Masters of the Deep, Diving to Astonishing Depths

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The vibrant colours of the organisms and large predators that inhabit the

FISHING

Top Bait Fishes in the Maldives

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Throughout history, humans have relied heavily on natural baits and methods to

Anglers from Fuvahmual hold their mahi mahi catch.

Mahi Mahi: One of the Ocean’s Most Dynamic Hunters

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Dorado, or mahi-mahi (Coryphaena hippurus), is a popular fish in the Maldives.

AI illustration of tiger shark fishing in Maldives.

Traditional Tiger Shark Fishing in the Maldives: Deadly Art and Deep Superstitions

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Catching sea creatures is exciting and requires skill, but it can also

Milkfish catch and an illustration of a milkfish catch

Precision born for the rush of milkfish

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The diversity of species that live in the ocean is fascinating, and

AI illustration of a yellowfin tuna and a wahoo fish

Dominion of the Deep: The Great Tuna of the Maldives

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According to official Maldivian records, there are over 900 species of fish

Red lures could be a killer colour

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Artificial lures have been used for centuries to catch fish alongside live

Fuvahmulah’s Fearless Spearfishers

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My friends Hussain, Ismail Shafeeu, and Athif and I first went spearfishing

The popular upper shoulder rigging method for baitfish

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Fishing requires planning to target various types of fish. A successful catch

Swordfish, the Sea’s Gladiator

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To hook a fish of the size three times your height and

HISTORY AND CULTURE

A mid-16th century painting of Portuguese carrack ships.

The Epic Maldivian Revolt: When Islanders Seized Portuguese Weapons

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The Maldives was once rich in ambergris, pearls, spices, coconuts, dried fish,

AI illustration of fictious characters related to whales in folklore

The Whale in Maldivian Folklore

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Everything from the natural world to the myriad creatures and mysteries that

AI illustration of a barred flagtail fish

Raising the Bared Flagtail: A Timeless Tradition

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During the mid-80s, we used to go to the beach to catch

AI illustration of French forces in Male' and a piece of ambergris

The Maldives paid France in ambergris for liberating them from Malabar forces

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Nature showers humans with enormous natural resources and gifts. Some resources are

AI illustration of a coral reef and an island life

Cultural Heartbeats of the Coral Reef

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Coral reefs rise from the depths of the sea. These unique formations

Wave breaking on thoondu beach of Fuvahmulah

‘Elei’, the Fuvahmula waves of everyone’s joy

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When we were children, I remember going to the beach with my

Traditional Mat weaving

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Fuvahmulah is distinguished by its marshy areas, taro crops, and wetlands. Additionally,

Illustration of human powerd wagon used in Fuvahmulah island, Maldives.

Strength in Motion: The Fuvahmulah Wagon

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Human inventions and endeavours to succeed in life are both vast and

Superb illustration of Maldivian artistry: the boat construction

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The construction of boats is another superb illustration of the Maldivians’ artistry