Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary Latest News
Odisha Forest, Environment and Climate Change minister virtually inaugurated new accommodation and visitor facilities at Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary as part of the ongoing expansion of its community-managed ecotourism infrastructure.
About Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
- It is situated in the Bargarh district of Odisha.
- It is located near Hirakud Dam (the longest dam in India and the longest earthen dam in the world) on the Mahanadi River.
- It is spread over an area of 347 sq.km.
- It finds a special mention because of the state’s noted freedom fighter, Veer Surendra Sai.
- During his rebellion against the British, his base at Barapathara was located within the sanctuary.
- Vegetation: Most of the plant sanctuary is covered with mixed and dry deciduous forest.
- Flora: Major trees found here are Sal, Asana, Bija, Aanla, Dhaura, etc.
- Fauna:
- Indian leopards, sloth bears, chousingha (four-horned antelope), sambar deer, gaurs (Indian bison), wild boars, and Indian wild dogs (dholes) are among the notable animal residents.
- It is one of the most flocked wintering grounds of migratory birds like crested serpent eagle, Flower Peckers, red-vented bulbul, tree pie, drongo, and white-eye oriental.
News: NIE
Last updated on Oct, 2026
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