It is interesting how previous pesticide usage deeply affected the whole ecology of the island.

  As a result [of the pesticides], there was a noticeable decrease in populations of butterflies, dragonflies, bumblebees and beetles.
  since the chemicals were discontinued, the Maldives’ native insects are flourishing again.

  “These natural pollinators are now back in abundance, which means there are more flowers, more fruits and more produce,” says Oines, adding that more fruits and insects also means “there are also more birds visiting the shores of Kunfunadhoo and fireflies are once again spotted at night.”