Detail Factual Overview

Environment & Biodiversity

Lakshadweep is ecologically rich and fragile.

 Marine Life

• Coral reefs, lagoons, and underwater ecosystems are among the healthiest in the Indian Ocean.
• Rich in:
  • Corals (about 110 species)
  • Tuna, turtles, reef fish
  • Sea cucumbers, mollusks
• Marine National Park proposed for protection.

 Terrestrial Biodiversity

• Limited land biodiversity due to small size and isolation.
• Birds like terns, gulls, sandpipers found.

 Flora

• Coconut palms dominate.
• Coastal and lagoon vegetation.
• Introduced species: breadfruit, papaya.