Tag Archives: bats

Winged visitors

We’ve had 2 winged visitors recently, with the wings being the only real similarity! A Madagascar Cuckoo, not a common visitor in the Seychelles Granitics, have recently visited Cousine Island for a couple of days. This magnifiscent looking bird seemed to be a juvenile and was easily caught and rung. Measurements were taken and it’s body [...]

Animal and plant life of a secluded island in the Indian Ocean

A secluded island vacation offers amazing opportunities to explore nature while also having the benefit of luxury accommodation, world-class service and ample relaxation activities. Places such as Cousine as secluded island paradises have become much sought after holiday destinations for eco-tourists. Cousine Island consists of 25 hectares of unspoiled nature. No less than 95% pf [...]

Island Paradise in the Indian Ocean

With seven species of seabird colonies calling Cousine Island home, as well as more than 62 000 lesser noddy breeding pairs, and three naturally occurring land bird species, you are in for a colourful treat on the Island paradise of Cousine. Add to the above, the hawksbill, green turtle and giant tortoise species that also [...]

Island adventure destination

Cousine Island is not only a haven for people looking for a tranquil environment, but also the perfect island adventure spot in the Seychelles. It is at Cousine Island where you will spot giant tortoises roaming free over the whole island, have the privilege to see giant fruit bats up close, spot a few rare [...]