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WILDLIFE
IN INDIA |
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The diversity of the wildlife
in India is as rich as those of flora and fauna.
The great wealth of Indian wildlife can be imagined
with sight the majestic elephant, the dance of
the peacock, the camel stride, the roar of the
tiger are unparalleled acts of beauty. |
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Watching birds and animals
in their natural habitats is an experience
in itself. The ease with which they adapt
themselves to the nature, their instincts
are fascinating. The vastness of the wildlife
and wilderness in India is unparalleled
in the world. This accounts for the immense
opportunities for wildlife tourism in India.
Amidst the destruction of nature people
are becoming aware of the importance of
trees and wildlife for life on our planet. |
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The Himalayan region
is renowned for being the natural habitat
for a variety the wildlife. The list of
animals you can spot in the area comprise
of the Elephant, Deer, Panther, Wild buffalo,
Wild ass, the one horned Rhinoceros, Porcupine,
Snow leopards etc. It is important to state
that India harbors eighty percent of the
entire population of the one horned rhinoceros
in the world. The Kaziranga Game Sanctuary
is an ideal habitat for the rhino that the
naturalists and environmentalists fascinate.
The Great Indian Bustard and |
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blackbuck
of the Karera Sanctuary attract a lot of tourists.
The Madhav National Park originally called the
Shivpuri National Park is another rich habitat
for the wildlife. These National Parks and Wildlife
Sanctuaries are promoters of wildlife tourism
in India. |
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India has its fair share
of Tiger Reserves, the national animal.
The poaching and trade statistics of tigers
in India are shocking. The royal animal,
tiger happens to be a symbol of strength
and speed. India boasts of two-dozen Tiger
Reserves. The fastest mammal on Earth, the
tiger happens to be the joy and pride of
India. The Royal Bengal tiger is amongst
the most majestic species of the tiger.
Sixty percent of the total population of
the wild tigers in the world resides in
India. Amongst the best-known tiger reserves
in India is the |
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Bandhavgarh
in Madhya Pradesh. It is often referred to as
the crown in the wildlife heritage of India.Tourists
at Bandhavgarh spot the Royal Bengal Tigers, cheetals,
leopard, gaur, sambhar, and many more faunal species. |
While on a wildlife safari it
is noteworthy that the animals in the surrounding
areas tend to hide after feeling insecure in case
of loud or rapid movements. To catch a view of
the lion having water or the small herd of deer
contemplating, it is best to be patient and let
the animals be at home. The forest guide can be
contacted for the description of the animals and
their habits. The animals are most active and
can be spotted easily either early in the mornings
or late in the evenings.
The whirlwind tour through any
of these beautiful wildlife parks is bound to
spell bind you with the variety of flora and fauna
of India. Watching the fascinating wildlife like
the white tiger is much more exotic than playing
with your pet dog. |
