Bannerghata National Park :India February 15, 2006
Established in 1971, the Bannerghata National Park, in Karnataka, lies twenty two kms fromBangalore. Teeming with exotic species of wildlife, the park boasts an astonishing variety of trees like sandal, jalari, chujjullu, neem, tamarind, zizyphus amongst others. The park spans 104 sq. kms which includes ten reserve forests of Anekal Range of the Bangalore Forest Division. It is surrounded by scenic hills, with many ancient temples perched on them.
The Bannerghata National Park project comprises the National Park, the Safari Park with a Herbivore Safari and a Lion Safari, Picnic Corner, Crocodile Farm, Serpentarium, Pets Corner, and a Museum besides a …
Silent Valley National Park :India
The Silent Valley National Park is located in the Kundali Hills in Kerala, along the hill ranges known as the Western Ghats. The Silent Valley is considered to be the last pristine region of tropical evergreen forest in India and is an area rich in biodiversity. The lush tropical greenery, undulating slopes, hills and rivers make the Silent Valley National Park a beautiful wildlife tourism destination in Kerala, India. The park is also known for the rare and unique herbs and plants that grow here, as well as the wildlife found in the Silent Valley, which include elephants, tigers and …
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary :India
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is composed of the dense forests and the Peppara dam built on the Karamana River and was declared as a sanctuary in 1983 to increase the drinking water supply to Thiruvananthapuram and the adjoining suburbs. Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is merged partially with the Palode reserve (24sq.kms) and the Kottoor reserve (29sq.kms); all the three together forming the whole of the area covered by the Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary. The wildlife sanctuary covers an area of 53 sq.kms with the reservoir spread in an area of 5.82 sq.kms. Located about 50kms. North East of capital city Thiruvananthapuram in Nedumangad …
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary :India
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary is located about 40 kms from the Thiruvananthapuram district. The sanctuary stretches from Neyyatinkara Taluk to the Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu. It is the drainage basin of the Neyyar river and its tributaries, Mullayar and Kallar which originated in Agasthyarkoodam, the second highest peak in Kerala (1868 m). The Neyyar wildlife sanctuary was established in 1958. this sanctuary covers a total area of 128 square km. and the core area is only 60 kms. The vegeataion here comprises of the rugged terrain with rushing brooks and flat meadows. The diversity of the flora at Neyyar …
Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary :India
The Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is world famous for its largest population of Nilgiri Tahr which are about 1317 in number, according to the 1991 census. Tiger, panther and wild dogs are can be spotted in both the open grass land sholas forests. Civet cat, jungle cat, Sloth bear, Nilgiri langur and wild boar also inhabit in sholas and their fringes. The Atlas moth, the largest of its kind in the world, can also be spotted in this park.
The sanctuary stands out for the stark beauty of its rolling grasslands and sholas, spread over 97 sq. kms of unblemished natural …
Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary :India
Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful forest reserve located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. This national park occupies a special place in India’s efforts towards natural conservation. It was created in the 1930s from the local Maharaja Voodiyar. s hunting lands, and named Venugopal Wildlife Sanctuary. Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary was expanded later in 1941 to adjoin the Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary, which lay towards its northern edge, and Wynad and Madumulai Sanctuaries, which lay towards its southern edge in the states of Kerala and Tamilnadu, respectively. The entire area now constitutes the vast Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, one of India’s …
Manjira Wildlife-Sanctuary :India
Manjira is a small sanctuary located along the banks of river Manjira. It also supports riverine habitat and is home for many water bird species, mugger crocodiles and fresh water turtles.
Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary includes nine small islands, occupied by marsh crocodiles, turtles and aquatic birds such as herons, storks, teals, ducks, geese, king fishers, moon hens, jacanas and kites. Fishes and invertebrates are also seen. The sanctuary has an environmental education center with a museum, library and an auditorium. Boats are available for the tourists to visit around the sanctuary for bird watching.
Boats are in operation to take the …
Thattekad Bird Sanctuary :India
Thatekkad Bird Sanctuary is one of the most popular National Parks of Kerala.This Bird Sanctuary is situated in the dense tropical evergreen and deciduous forests and grassland patches. Thattekad Sanctuary is located in the Kothamangalam Taluk of Ernakulam district on the northern bank of the Periyar River. The sanctuary was notified in 1983 based on a recommendation made by Dr. Salim Ali many years previously. It is a home to a microcosm of India’s bird population with about 500 winged species. The renowned ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali designed the Thattekad Bird sanctuary. This Bird Sanctuary is spread over an area …
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary :India
The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Tiger Reserve offers plenty of opportunities for recreation and enjoyment. One can swim in the lake or get permits for angling that are easily available from the forest Officer in Thekkady. Boat rides on the lake are definitely a must, and motor launches are available throughout the day from 6 am to 4 pm. Exhilarating treks through the forest to the temple of Mangla Devi can also be organised. Lectures on wildlife preservation are organized regularly at the park and these can be of help in understanding the wild creatures and their environment. Late afternoon …
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary :India
The Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is a reservoir of tranquil greenery ensconced in a valley between the Annamalai ranges of Tamil Nadu and the Nelliampathy ranges of Kerala. The areas hilly and rocky, drained by several rivers, including the Parambikulam, the Sholayar and the Thekkedy.
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary ia 110 km from Palakkad. Sprawled across 285 sq. km, the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is home to rare wild animals. Parambikulam has one of the largest population of gaur (bison). Sambar, spotted deer, jungle cat, lion-tailed macaque, common otter, sloth bear etc. are the other inhabitants. There are also a few tigers and …
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