Animal Laws of Maldives
The Animal Laws of Maldives PDF contains the general animal protection laws and related statutes for Maldives. Uncaged World updates these bi-annually. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date legal status.
Capital
Malé
Official Language
Dhivehi
Fun Fact
Before modern money, the Maldives used cowrie shells as a primary form of currency
National Animal
Yellowfin Tuna
National Bird
White-breasted Waterhen
The Animal Laws of Maldives PDF contains the general animal protection laws and related statutes for Maldives. Uncaged World updates these bi-annually. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date legal status.
Conservation Status: Least Concern
Conservation Status: Near Threatened
Conservation Status: Data Deficient
Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Conservation Status: Least Concern