Seychelles
The Seychelles is an archipelago nation of 155 islands in the Indian Ocean, some 1,500 kilometres (930 mi) east of mainland Africa, northeast of the island of Madagascar. Mahé is the main island and the capital and largest city, Victoria, is located here. With its wonderful beaches and sea, and the friendly hospitality of the people, tourism is the main economy here. The official languages are English, French, Seychellois Creole.
Number of species recorded to date in Seychelles: 239
Number of endemics: 15