The Bandaara Kilhi (Bandaara mangrove) and the wetland area linked to it on the south side of Fuvahmulah, is located in between Miskiyymagu ward, Dhoodigan ward and Maalegan ward. This area has environmentally unique features and the significance of the surrounding environment is visible. This area is divided into two main areas. Bandaara Kilhi is one of the largest mangroves out of all the freshwater mangroves in Maldives. This mangrove is 4.74 hectares, and is naturally different while also exhibiting unique features than those of the mangroves typically found in the Maldives. It is abundant with wildlife and plant species, making it a breathtaking ecosystem. With depths of up to 7- 10 feet, this area is rich with diverse wildlife. Tilapia (Thalaapiya), or as Fuvahmulah locals refer to it, ‘Fenamas’ and ‘Bangaalhu mas’, can be found in this mangrove. Silvery fish (Beyngu) has also been found here. Various other species also contribute to the rich biodiversity of this mangrove.The trees surrounding the mangrove are essential as they provide protection for the organisms living in it. Some types of plants surrounding the lake include Taro (Olhu ala), Thatch screw pines (Boakashikeyo) and several types of plants with medicinal purposes. The wild life living in the trees get the nutrients they need from the mangrove’s ecosystem. White-Breasted Waterhen (Kan’bili) and Common Moorhen (Valu Kukulhu) are two of most common bird species that can be found around here. Watercocks (Valu kukulhu) and Common Moorhen (Kulhee kukulhu) are only found in Fuvahmulah in the Maldives. A large area that surrounds Bandaara mangrove is made up of wetlands. The mud and soil of this area is full of nutrients, and due to this, multiple species of plants can be found growing here. These include plants with medicinal values and several mangrove-associated species as well. A high number of Taro (Ala) has been grown in this area. This wetland area is also helpful when it comes to draining the excess rainwater into the ground. Apart from being a habitat for several different plant species, this area is also home to a variety of bird species. The fact that White-Breasted Waterhen (Kan’bili) is found here in great numbers is evidence that this area is filled with important wildlife.Bandaara Kilhi and the wetland connected to it has ecologically distinct features. Plants with medicinal values and wild life especially found in this area is worth mentioning. The fish found in this mangrove is essential for the survival of the birds that live here as well as the migratory birds that transit in this mangrove. This further contributes to the beauty and lushness of this area. The Bandaara Kilhi and the surrounding wetland area are rather useful during rainy seasons as they absorb the rainwater. Bandaara Kilhi is known as the biggest freshwater reserve in the Maldives. Fuvahmulah is formed in the shape of a bowl, with lower elevation in the middle and higher elevation around the edges.