Matheerah

Matheerah

Varuvaa Code: HA

Island Information

Geographic

Nearest Island
Hathifushi (1.52 km)

Coordinates: 7.0275, 72.819

Administrative

Island Name
Matheerah
Island Code
HA
Atoll
North Thiladhunmathi
Island Type
Varuvaa

Environmental Sites

Documented ecosystems and environmental sites on Matheerah.

Matheerah Mangrove

Unknown

Mangrove/Wetland

Matheerah’s mangrove exists where the island’s interior allows water to settle and remain. It is a place defined by stillness—mud, roots, and slow exchange with the sea. Mangroves here help maintain water quality, filtering sediments before they reach the reef. They also create microhabitats for crabs, fish, and birdlife. Such wetlands are often overlooked, yet they are among the island’s most functional ecosystems. Their condition reflects how carefully the land is treated, as even small disturbances can shift the balance they depend on.

7.0276, 72.8190 View Details

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