8 Unique Animals to Spot in Mauritius

By Khushi Singh

The Pink Pigeon, once nearly extinct, is a beautiful bird found only in Mauritius. Thanks to conservation efforts, its population is recovering.

The Mauritius Flying Fox, a fruit-eating bat, is essential for pollination and seed dispersal, helping maintain the island’s ecosystem.

One of the largest tortoises in the world, the Aldabra Giant Tortoise was reintroduced to Mauritius after native species became extinct.

The Mauritius Kestrel, once the world’s rarest bird, has made an incredible comeback and is now found in the island’s forests.

With its bright green body and red markings, the Day Gecko is a fascinating climber often seen in Mauritius’s lush vegetation.

The Echo Parakeet, a vibrant green parrot, is one of the rarest in the world, but conservation efforts are helping it thrive.

Native to Rodrigues Island, the Rodrigues Fruit Bat is critically endangered and plays a crucial role in forest regeneration.

The Indian Ocean Bottlenose Dolphin is a friendly marine mammal often seen swimming and playing in the warm waters around Mauritius.

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