The Endemic and Exotic Birds of Mauritius and RodriguesOnline version You have to guess the Endemic and Exotic Birds of Mauritius and Rodrigues. You can use the hints given. by Pavitree Devi CHATTOO 1 It is an exotic bird in Mauritius. The bird is normally brown in colour. It can be seen everywhere in Mauritius. Its name start with 'S' Hints 1 The name of the bird contain 'rr'. 2 The bird was endemic to Rodrigues Island. It was large and grand with grey and brown feathers and slightly hooked beak. It did not fly. And in the 18th century , it became extinct Hints 1 In French, the meaning of the bird's name is being alone. 3 It lives in the forests of Mauritius. It has feather which are rosy in colour. It was once about to go extinct. But, due to conservation it is still alive. Hints 1 It is endemic to Mauritius 4 It is a small grey bird. It is also known as 'zwazo manioc'. It's name start with 'P' Hints 1 Unlike other endemic birds of Mauritius, it is not endangered. 5 It is a small bird of prey. It belongs to the falcon family and it is endemic to Mauritius. It is endangered but is under the protection if Mauritius Wild life. Hints 1 It's name ends with 'l' 6 It is a green parrot. It was in captive breeding and was able to survive extinction. They mostly live Black River Gorges National Park. 7 It was a big bird. It could walk but could not fly. It is an extinct bird of Mauritius. 8 It is an endemic bird from Rodrigues. In English we call it the Rodrigues Warbler. But in Mauritius we know it commonly by its French name which starts with 'F'. Hints 1 The first three letter are 'Fau' 9 It has yellow plumage, an orange face and brown wings and tail. It is endemic to Rodrigues and its habitat has been threatened due to deforestation. The Government has taken measures like reforestation and fencing to protect it. Hints 1 It's English name is Rodrigues Fody.