Traditional Tiger Shark Fishing in the Maldives: Deadly Art and Deep Superstitions
Catching sea creatures is exciting and requires skill,
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Maldivian authorities chose on Fuvahmulah, a natural riddle, as a punishment island.
In the Maldivian islands, Fuvahmulah is the only
Drop-stone fishing
During the early days, fishermen on our island, Fuvahmulah, used coral stone pieces to sink bait to the bottom. This method is called adiebolaha dhemun. It was generally used for reef fishing and slightly deep fishing of around 50 to
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BIODIVERSITY
Fuvahmulah Island: Discover the Maldives’ Hidden Marine and Terrestrial Wonders
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A Geographic Anomaly in the Maldives Fuvahmulah, a single, magnificent island in
The Maldives Below the Surface: Discover Sharks and the Meanings of Their Local Names
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To most visitors, the Maldives is a world of blue horizons, powder-soft
The Maldives’ Secret Guests: Stories of Owls Lost to Time
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In 1984, on my island of Fuvahmulah, I witnessed a rare and
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 – Discover Macro Marine Life, Sharks & Pelagic Wonders
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Geimiski fanno is situated on the northern side of Fuvahmulah. In Fuvahmulah,
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
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.
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FISHING
Discover the Untold Story of ‘Kattelhi Fishing’ in Fuvahmulah
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Promethean escolar, known locally as Kattelhi, is one of the most special
Fuvahmulah’s Legendary Catch: The Fishermen Who Landed a Massive Swordfish
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Life on Fuvahmulah in the Late 1800s In the late 1800s,
The Fuvahmulah Fisherman Who Survived a Battle with a Monster GT
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The giant trevally—known in Fuvahmulah as maamudu —is one of the ocean’s
Only a Master Can Do This: Precision Surface Strikes for Wahoo Fishing
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Humans have always shown remarkable courage and adaptability, finding ways to survive—and
Top Bait Fishes in the Maldives
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Throughout history, humans have relied heavily on natural baits and methods to
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.
Traditional Tiger Shark Fishing in the Maldives: Deadly Art and Deep Superstitions
Yasir Salih
Catching sea creatures is exciting and requires skill, but it can also
Precision born for the rush of milkfish
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The diversity of species that live in the ocean is fascinating, and
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
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HISTORY AND CULTURE
The Many Faces of Baḍi Fereytha- A Modern Spirit With Ancient Roots
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Drawing on Xavier Romero-Frias, “4.1.1 Tutelary Spirits,” in The Maldive Islanders, and
Maldivian Banyan Tree: Jinn and Myths Beneath Its Roots
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When we were children in the mid-80s, living on the enigmatic island
Seabirds and Their Eggs: A Key Survival Food for Early Maldivians
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Early Maldivians relied heavily on seabirds and their eggs for survival. Although
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,
The Whale in Maldivian Folklore
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Everything from the natural world to the myriad creatures and mysteries that
Raising the Bared Flagtail: A Timeless Tradition
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During the mid-80s, we used to go to the beach to catch
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
Cultural Heartbeats of the Coral Reef
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Coral reefs rise from the depths of the sea. These unique formations
‘Elei’, the Fuvahmula waves of everyone’s joy
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When we were children, I remember going to the beach with my
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