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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

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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

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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

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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

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Chalky Percher

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

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Orthetrum Sabina – Valhu Munnyama

Discovering a Dragonfly: In my island, Noonu Atoll Lhohi, we encounter a special creature known as the Valhu Munnyama or Slender Skimmer dragonfly. This small

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Anax Indicus

Seeing Through the Eyes of a Nature Lover In the beautiful Maldives, a fascinating creature graces the skies—the Anax Indicus, or as some call it,

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