Month: December 2023

Why Do Mangrove Crabs (Cardisoma carnifex) Climb Trees?

Mangrove crabs, particularly the Cardisoma carnifex species, have intrigued observers with their fascinating behavior of climbing trees. Locally known as “kandoo kakuni” in the Maldives,

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Heliotropium arboreum – Boashi

Botanical Description: The Tree Heliotrope, a common sight in the Maldives, is a small to medium-sized tree reaching a height of 3.6 m (12 ft)

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Asian Brown Flycatcher

The Maldivian shores come alive with the arrival of a special guest towards the end of the year — the Asian Brown Flycatcher (Muscicapa dauurica).

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