Facts about Felidhoo Atoll
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Administratively, Felidhoo Atoll forms part of Vaavu Atoll, one of the smallest administrative divisions in the Maldives by population.
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Coconut cultivation across Felidhoo Atoll's 13 islands produces approximately 800 metric tons annually, supplying a significant portion of the Maldives' domestic coconut oil market.
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In 2004, Felidhoo Atoll's main island was designated a protected marine area to safeguard its extensive seagrass beds and juvenile fish nurseries.
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Felidhoo Atoll's reef system supports breeding populations of endangered hawksbill sea turtles, making it a critical nesting habitat in the Maldivian archipelago.
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During the 2014 Indian Ocean tsunami, Felidhoo Atoll experienced minimal damage compared to other Maldivian atolls due to its protective coral reef structure and geographical position.
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Vaavu Atoll, located south of Felidhoo Atoll, shares similar marine biodiversity with numerous endemic fish species found in both atolls' lagoons.
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Approximately 2,500 residents inhabit Felidhoo Atoll's main island, making it one of the more densely populated atolls in the Maldives as of recent census data.
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The primary settlement of Felidhoo on this atoll historically served as a significant trading hub for dried fish and coconut products throughout the Indian Ocean during the 19th century.
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Located in the Maldives, Felidhoo Atoll consists of 13 islands with a lagoon spanning approximately 48 square kilometers.