Maafishi Kilhi
- Seenu
About this area
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These mangroves are located on the south side of Addu-Hulhudoo wetland area. In the past, Maafishi Kilhi was the only mangrove in this area. However, due to the construction of a road in the area, the mangorve has been separated into two. Since this area has a large wetland, the rain gets easily absorbed into the ground. This lowers the chance of flooding in the island. One of the tree species that can be found here is Black mangrove (Burevi). Moreover, Sea Hibiscus (Dhiggaa), Portia tree (Hirun’dhu), Thatch screwpine (Boakshikeyo), Indian-almond tree (Midhili), Sea rands (uni), and Beach plum (Magoo) can also be seen in this area a lot. Besides this, the Conger Eel, which is rarely spotted in other areas of the Maldives, has been observed in this area. Tilapia fish, along with snails that live in mangroves, have also been reported. However, because of the road that was paved, the water on the west side of the mangrove has drained a lot. Due to this, the marine life in this mangrove could be in danger in the future, and the number of birds that migrate here will also likely dwindle.
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Facts
- Status
- Designated
- Total Area
- 5.86 ha
- WDPA ID
- 555705964
- Protected Area Category
- Category 7 - Protected Area with Sustainable Use
- Date of Protection
- 22 September 2020