Boduhithi thila

Kaafu (K)

WDPA ID

555790161

Total Area

127.47 ha


Status
Designated
Contact Number
Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy - 3018371
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - 3335949

Boduhithi thila, located between K. Rasfari and K. Ulanee, is a popular dive site due to its biodiversity. Protected species such as Lumphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulates), Reef Manta rays (Mobula alfredi), Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochely imbricate), Grey reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhychos), Silvertip reef shark (Carcharhinus albimarginatus), and Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) are found in the area. Boduhithi thila is also a well-known cleaning station for Mantas. 

Attributes

Protected Area Category
  • Category 7 - Protected Area with Sustainable Use
Date of Protection:
01/08/24
Ecosystem Typology
  • Marine

Bookings

Activities
No activities.

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