Save Maldives pledges to save Neykurendhoo wetlands on Mangrove Day

On the occasion of the International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems, Save Maldives reaffirmed the campaign's efforts to save the withering wetlands of Neykurendhoo, Haa Dhaalu Atoll.

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Experts and volunteers conduct a survey to determine the cause behind the death and decay of the mangroves in Neykkurendhoo, Haa Dhaalu Atoll. PHOTO: NEYKURENDHOO COUNCIL

Shahudha Mohamed

2020-07-27 03:06:57

On the occasion of the International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems, Save Maldives reaffirmed the campaign's efforts to save the withering wetlands of Neykurendhoo, Haa Dhaalu Atoll.

The death and decay of Neykurendhoo's mangroves were first observed in March, prompting the island council to bring the matter to the attention of relevant authorities.

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