High biodiversity marine region possessing a unique dynamic water circulation system that during western monsoons, aggregated for feeding (whale sharks and manta rays) and mating (manta rays) in high numbers of endangered mega fauna animals (whale sharks and manta rays). Therefore this site is biologically and biodiversity significant for the Baa Atoll, Maldives and globally. Similarly this area has a very high tourism value for mega fauna and recreational diving and snorkeling. Nest sites for green and hawksbill turtles. Occasional roosting site for the Black– Napped Tern, Lesser and Brown Noddy terns.