La Digue is the last refuge of the black paradise flycatcher, which is also known as Veuve (widow) by the local people.
Veuve is name as such because the male bird appears to be in mourning with its streaming black tail feathers. The veuve is endemic to the Seychelles and they are thought to be approximately 300 birds left. The Veuve Reserve is comprised largely of thick jungle, and it's primarily the aforementioned Paradise Flycatchers that seem to attract the bulk of tourists.
VEUVE RESERVE – LA DIGUE, SEYCHELLES
You don't have to be a birdwatcher to appreciate these rare creatures that reside in the jungle of La Digue, where bodanmyen and takamaka trees are prevalent. In recent years, the population of these birds has increased due to reduced human intervention, and as such, they are now considered to be less endangered.
The wonderful Seychelles island of La Digue is home to many great attractions, among them of which figures the Veuve Reserve. Though it is a small reserve, it boasts the distinction of having the only remaining population of Black Paradise Flycatchers, which are also known as "Veuves". There are reportedly only about 100 of these rare birds in existence, so anyone looking to do some birdwatching in the Seychelles will certainly appreciate a visit to this enticing Seychelles reserve.