Wildlife in India

India is home to rich and diverse wildlife. From huge mountain ranges in the north to marshy lands in the east, India houses a large number of Wildlife conservation parks and sanctuaries. The diverse landscape and climatic conditions serve as natural habitats to a vast variety of flora and fauna. With 89 national parks, 13 Bio reserves and 400+ wildlife sanctuaries, India is perfect to peep into the world of wildlife from a closer perspective.

Numerous Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks have been established all over India with the objective of securing the future of endangered species of flora and fauna by conserving them in their natural environments.  Let’s take a look at some of the most popular wildlife parks and sanctuaries of India -

Kaziranga National Park in Assam

This World Heritage Site is home to the Indian Rhinoceros, and the major attraction of the park is its one horned rhinoceros. Apart from this, the park also houses wild buffaloes, Asiatic Elephant, Indian Bison, wild boars, barasingha (Eastern swamp deer), leopards, tigers and many other animals living peacefully in their natural habitat. Numerous Jeep Tours are available at Kaziranga National Park that takes the travellers through some unexplored forest areas, offering a closer look of the wilds.

Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand

Jim Corbett National Park is located in the foothills of Himalayas, and is far stretched to an area of over 1318 sq. Km. Diverse topography and vegetation make this national park a perfect habitat for a variety of wildlife animals including Jungle cat, Leopard cat, Himalayan black bear and Sloth bear. However, the major attraction of this wildlife destination remains the majestic Indian Tiger, which can be spotted by taking a jeep safari tour.

Gir National Park in Gujarat

Gir National Park is the royal kingdom of the Asiatic Lions, and is the perfect place to eye wildlife creatures in their natural habitat. The place provides an opportunity to eye over 450 species of plants, over 350 species of birds, 32 mammal species and around 24 types of reptiles. The idea of hopping on a jeep and driving through the thick and unspoiled forest areas is both exciting and nail-biting. The main attraction of the sanctuary is the Asiatic Lion.

Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan

A unique wildlife destination, the Ranthambore National Park is nestled with 1000 year old Ranthambore Fort. The National Park is beautified with man-made lakes and ancient reservoirs, making the place look more attractive. Ranthambore is home to a large numbers of panthers. Going close to the Chambal River will provide you spectacular glimpse of marsh Crocodiles and Gharial. Over 300 species of birds dwell at this National Park including Wheatear, Tickell's Blue Flycatcher, Rufus-tailed Shrike, Sirkeer Malkhoa, Painted Spurfowl, Blue-breasted Quail and Rain Quail.

Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh

Situated in the foothills of Vindhyas, the Bandhavgarh National Park is popular for its high density of tigers. The Park takes you to the lush greenery of the forested regions that are incredibly the natural abode of the variant of wild species. The Bandhavgarh National Park offers a jaw-dropping topography including steep ridges, baffling forest areas and open meadows. Royal Bengal Tigers are the major lures that bring travellers to this National Park. Travellers can book Jeep safaris or Elephant safaris to eye the beauty of the arresting Bandhavgarh National Park. 

Sundarbans National Park in West Bengal

One of the most beautiful forests in India, the Sundarbans National Park is home to a large population of tigers and other wildlife animals including Spotted deer, Monkeys, Wild Boars, little porpoise, Indian fox, Fishing cat, grey mongoose, etc. Visitors can spend time exploring the different variety of local bird species, such as Heron, Egret, Cormorant, Fishing Engle, White Bellied Sea Eagle and Seagul. Passionate bird watchers never miss a chance to eye the migratory birds visiting the Sundarbans National Park including Whimprel, Black-tailed Godwit, Little Stint, Eastern Knot, Curlew, Sandpiper, Golden Plover, etc.