of Hulhumeedhoo known for its ponds. Although in this case, it refers to a marsh, "Kilhi" usually means either lake or wetland in the Addu dialect of the Dhivehi language. The ponds are known to have a few freshwater fish species including, Greenstripe Barb (Puntius vittatus) and a species of swamp eel. Kilhi has been becoming more and more popular, ever since the building of a pond named "Mathikilhi Eco Garden". It has since been an icon and landmark of the island. Wildfires Wildfires occur in the dry, open marsh a few times every year. The cause of ignition is usually attributed to intentional or even accidental fires, although natural ignition is also possible. In 2018, a fire in the Kilhi area destroyed the nearby WAMCO site, the island's waste management office. References Islands of the Maldives Addu Atoll