B.Dharavandhoo Thila

B. Dharavandhoo

WDPA ID

Total Area

132.58 ha


Status
Designated
Contact Number

Not listed.

B. Dharavandhoo Thila, situated on the western side of B. Dharavandhoo, boasts numerous environmentally significant features with a naturally beautiful shape. The area is home to a variety of corals and reef fish, making it a popular dive site among enthusiasts. Notably, the pinnacle features a 'cleaning station' dedicated to the maintenance of manta rays within the reef.
As of 2020, a total of 521 manta rays have been documented at the site, recorded 1,672 times. Given Baa Atoll's substantial global population of manta rays, preserving such environments is crucial for both the manta ray population and the popularity of the area among divers.

Attributes

Protected Area Category
  • Category 1: Internationally recognised areas
  • Category 6 – Habitat/Species Management Area
Date of Protection:
02 November 2023

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Activities
No activities.