Amangarh Tiger Reserve

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The fourth eco-tourism season at Amangarh Tiger Reserve in Uttar Pradesh was recently extended by 15 days.

About Amangarh Tiger Reserve

• It is situated in the Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh.
• It encompasses an area of approximately 95 sq.km.
• It forms a part of the Terai-Bhabar ecosystem, a unique stretch of forests at the foothills of the Himalayas. 
• It was originally part of the Jim Corbett National Park, and after the state of Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh, Jim Corbett went to Uttarakhand, and Amangarh remained in Uttar Pradesh. 
• The landscape here is a mesmerising blend of dense forests, rolling hills, grassy meadows, and pristine water bodies. 
• Flora: 
  • The most dominant tree in Amangarh’s landscape is Sal (Shorea robusta), which forms large, continuous forests across the reserve.  
  • Alongside sal, species like Khair (Acacia catechu), Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo), and Haldu (Adina cordifolia) thrive abundantly.
• Fauna:
  • Mammals: Tiger, Elephant, Swamp Deer, Sambar, Cheetal, Hog Deer, Kakar, Langur, Sloth Bear, Porcupine, Otter.
  • Birds: Hornbill, Red Jungle Fowl, Pea Fowl, Bengal Florican, Fishing Eagle, Serpent Eagle, Osprey, Woodpeckers, Shama, Indian Pitta, Paradise Flycatcher, Orioles, Emerald Dove.
  • Reptiles: Monitor Lizard, Turtles, Python, Gangetic Dolphin, Mugger, Gharia, etc.

News: ET

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