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EPA warns of violations threatening Maldives' protected species

Marine life, including manta rays and whale sharks, forms an integral part of the Maldives' natural systems.

Importers to bear costs for Illegal livestock repatriation

The amendment, introduced to the Regulation on the Removal and Disposal of Traded Goods and Possessions, was officially enacted yesterday.

Beluga whale pair move from Ukraine's war-torn Kharkiv to Spain

The Oceanografic is the largest aquarium in Europe and the only one that houses beluga whales.

Turtle poachers in Baa atoll fined MVR 198,000 each

EPA had previously said that the people involved in the poaching were all residents of B. Kendhoo.

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Celebrating World Octopus Day with surprising fact

Scientists are still finding neurological responses and even evolutionary tricks in the octopus’ brain that make it stand out from other invertebrates.

Migratory flamingos in Maldives may not leave

Sighted first in the upper north islands, these flamingos alighted on several islands before they finally perched in H.Dh.Kulhudhuffushi.

14 September 2022