Marine life

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Shark Research and Conservation Hub opened in Fuvahmulah

The NGO "The Miyaru Programme" has opened the Maldives' first Shark Research and Conservation Hub in Fuvahmulah City. This new facility serves as a collaborative space for scientific research, education, and community-led conservation projects. It aims to protect local shark populations and bolster the island's marine tourism industry.

Shark Research and Conservation Hub opened in Fuvahmulah

30-foot whale buried after washing ashore Hoarafushi island

Manta ray tourism generates USD 311 million annually

Plans to reclaim Dharavandhoo, close to Hanifaru Bay

Indian military ship runs aground reef in the Maldives

Gulper sharks listed in Appendix II of CITES

MIB and Crossroads Maldives launch coral restoration programme

Gulper shark fishery will be allowed for seven months every year

Biggest threats to biodiversity include reclamation

Open letter against re-establishing gulper shark fishery

Dhonfanu to protest at sea over halted reclamation project

Protest against decision to scrap reclamation plans

Petition against Dhonfanu reclamation to protect Hanifaru

Concern over damage to Hanifaru Bay due to planned reclamation

Yacht fined MVR 4.8 million for damages caused to reef

Coral garden project in Hulhumale' channel

SAMPA plan requires propeller guard on vessels

New rules to require propeller guard at whale shark points

New shy perchlet fish discovered in Maldives

EPA warns against feeding rays in Maldives