Architects of coral reefs
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The Maldives is a masterpiece of an island nation, with over 1000
ECOSYSTEM AND BIODIVERSITY
Swim with the largest living fish in the world
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Throughout human history, myths are rooted as a fundamental part of human
The intelligent birds that guide the fishermen
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Nature is such an incredible system: the interlinking relationship between the species
Frigate birds are experts at staying airborne.
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As kids, in the middle of the 1980s, during the southwest monsoon
Majestic giants of the Maldives ocean
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It was a lovely day on Thoondu, Fuvahmulah’s northern beach, some 30
The dynamic intertidal zone
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The intertidal zone is the area where the ocean meets the land.
Visit Fuvahmulah to see the world’s smallest blossoming plant.
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I thought of writing about a striking plant that inhabits our island.
The huge variety of prey of tiger sharks
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Tiger sharks are one of the most formidable predators in the ocean.
The first records of whale sharks in the Indian Ocean
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In 1828, the first whale shark was documented in the Indian Ocean.
Mangrove melody of Baarah island
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As you cruise on the surface of the water in the mangrove
Top bait for Maldivian fishermen: silver sprat
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During the early 1990s, my uncle Fikreebe would bring home these little
The rainforest of the sea
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The rocky shoreline, shallow reef flats, and deep-sea beds are home to
Addu – the most unique atoll of the Maldives archipelago
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Normally Maldivian islands are relatively small in size. However, the islands of
Fascinating tide pools
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Nature is such an amazing system with dynamic and mesmerizing physical
The tame Great Crested Tern
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Every living thing on this planet is exquisite and meaningful. When people
The special bond between dolphins and yellowfin tuna
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The fact that some of Earth’s species coexist and are intricately linked
The basis of the oceanic food web
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The marine biodiversity and ecosystem include a wide range of organisms, from
The formation of sandbanks
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Rasdhoo sandbank, Maldives, Photo credit: jumanjiphotos We normally use the terminology and
Why is Fuvahmulah special for tiger sharks?
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There are a lot of reasons why the Maldives’ marine biodiversity is
The pregnant whale shark- ‘Megamamma supreme’
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A diver interact with a whale shark, Photo credit: Elianne Dipp The
Giant Trevally – monarch of marine fish
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To hook a Giant Trevally, or GT, is electrifying. It is a
The weird creatures that ‘invaded’ Fuvahmulah
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Perhaps, I don’t actually remember, but I hear people say that the
Unique pebbles of Fuvahmulah – a testament to the incredible forces of Nature
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Located in the southern part of the Maldives archipelago, Fuvahmulah is a
Gracious Asian koel – ‘The alarm clock’
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Asian Koel, locally known as koveli, is the most gracious bird that
The tiger shark’s mastery of the stealth hunting technique
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There have been several shark attacks on our bait or catches while
The freshwater lakes of Fuvahmulah are home to a large population of tilapia
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Apart from the rich biodiversity of the Maldivian ocean, mangroves are also
Thresher shark tail whipping mystery revealed
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I remember our late uncle Abdulla Rafeeq detailing the strikes on the
Crawling on the mighty jumbolan tree
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We normally go in groups. As soon as we reach the area,
Love, peace and harmony of sandbanks
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Rasdhoo sandbank, Maldives, Photo credit: jumanjiphotos Some of the most distinct geographical
The most powerful fish in the seas
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Legends and stories abound in the jungle regarding the ferocious hunting habits
This priceless spider conch
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In the enchanted aquatic environment of the Maldives, you can find not
Crabs – ecosystem engineers
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Crabs are one of the most underappreciated species, playing a treasured role
Phenomenon of flying fish gliding towards Fuvahmulah
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Fishing, the breathtaking sceneries, and the natural phenomena of Fuvahmulah are not
The one and only Maldivian sunset
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Maldives sunsets are quite stunning. This natural phenomenon is unique to the
Oasis in the deep sea
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The Maldives is a paradise for underwater life. The existence of trapping
The most Prevalent flying fish
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Our island, Fuvahmulah, is known for its flying fish. We’re usually
Napolen wrasse, the reef king
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Napoleon Wrasse is one of the most important fish living in the
The fearless sea snail
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A specialist and reef defender, the giant triton (Charonia tritonis) has an
The bird that can dive up to 60 m is around us
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“Mom, what’s that sound? It’s scary.” In the dim light of
The distinctive Thoondu beach
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The Maldivian islands are endowed with unique and captivating features. The beaches
Koaven – fresh water eels of Fuvahmulah
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We rarely see koaven or freshwater eels that inhabit our freshwater lakes (kilhi) in
What do whale sharks eat?
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Whale shark feeding aggregations have been recorded in 20 countries, which include
Explore the incredible mangroves of Fuvahmulah
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Mangroves are intriguing ecosystems. An individual plant and the whole environment
Fascinating behavior of crabs eating
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According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, “Species which prey upon
Indo-Pacific Tarpon
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As children, we assumed few fish could live in saltwater and freshwater.
Mysterious “beach cusps” observed in Fuvahmulah
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I was amazed to see the picture uploaded by Nasih Thaath in