Species Showcase

My Sri Lankan Adventure: Exploring the Island’s Wildlife and Beauty

My recent journey to Sri Lanka was an unforgettable adventure filled with diverse landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and the warm hospitality of the Sri Lankan people.

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Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) in the Maldives

The breadfruit tree is one of the largest and most significant trees in the Maldives, often found in home gardens and community spaces. These trees

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Lodoicea maldivica: The Maldive Coconut

Lodoicea maldivica, commonly known as the Maldive coconut, coco de mer, sea coconut, or double coconut, is an extraordinary palm species renowned for its immense

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Discovering Sri Lanka’s Natural Wonders: Yala and Bundala National Parks

On my first visit to Sri Lanka, I traveled from Colombo to Hambantota to explore Yala and Bundala National Parks. These two parks are among

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Willughby’s Leafcutter Bee

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

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Mud Crab – Scylla serrata

The Mud Crab, scientifically known as Scylla serrata, holds a special place in the diverse ecosystem of the Maldives. Often found in mangrove spans and

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Cardisoma Carnifex -Mangrove Crab

Cardisoma carnifex, affectionately known as the mangrove crab, is a common sight across numerous Maldivian islands. From Kaafu Huraa to Noonu Kendhikolhudhoo, Noonu Lhohi, Noonu

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Paraleptuca Crassipes – thick-legged fiddler crab

In the mangrove areas of the Maldives, one can often spot the captivating Paraleptuca crassipes, also known as the thick-legged fiddler crab. These crabs, once

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Maakanaa – The Grey Heron

Capturing Nature’s Elegance Through My Lens Nestled within the tropical embrace of the Maldives, a regal figure graces both the skies and shores—the Grey Heron.

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Euphorbia cyathophora Murray – Malaafey

Euphorbia cyathophora, fondly referred to as Malaafey in Dhivehi, graces the Maldivian landscape as an erect herb with a rich cultural history. Known for its

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