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BLACK HEADED HERON Black headed heron (Ardea melanocephala) is locally known as “noo maakanaa”. It has an almost grey appearance overall, with varied intensity from dark to pale. It has white throat co... Read more |
THE COMMON OR BROWN NODDY The Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus pileatus) or “Maaranga” is a seabird from the tern family. In the Maldives, the most special places for maaranga were located in central parts of ... Read more |
CASPIAN TERN Caspian tern or “miyaremu dhooni” is one of the sea bird which migrates to the Maldives. It is the world's largest tern, 48–56 cm long, with a wingspan of 127–140 ... Read more |
Protected Birds ListEPA - Protected Birds of Maldives List (update - Oct 12-2010) - Download PDF ... Read more |
Protected Birds PosterAll protected birds are prohibited to be caught, sold or harmed under "Environment Protection and Preservation Act (Act No: 4/93)" Be Responsible, Help us to preserve our natural heritage. Download Protected Birds ... Read more |
Ameenee Magu, Maafannu,
Male' 20392, Maldives.
Tel: +960 333 5949, Fax: +960 333 5953
Email: secretariat@epa.gov.mv
