Insects

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

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

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

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

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

The Peacock Pansy butterfly, with its striking yellow hues and intricate patterns, graces the diverse landscapes of the Maldives. First documented in 2014, this captivating

Diplacodes trivialis, commonly referred to as the Chalky Percher, is a captivating species of dragonfly belonging to the family Libellulidae and is very common in

Discover the captivating world of the Plane Tiger Butterfly, a species celebrated for its stunning colors and fascinating mating behaviors. Meet Neptis hylas, a medium-sized

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