Amrabad Tiger Reserve Latest News
The All-India Tiger Estimation- (AITE) 2026 has recorded a strong tiger presence in Amrabad Tiger Reserve (ATR).
About Amrabad Tiger Reserve
- Location: It is located in the Nallamala hills of the Eastern Ghats in Telangana state.
- It was originally part of the larger Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve before the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in 2014.
- Terrain: The reserve is renowned for its rugged terrain, deep valleys, and dense forests.
- Rivers: The Krishna River and its perennial streams originating within the reserve contribute to the water supply of major reservoirs such as the Srishailam Dam and Nagarjunsagar Dam.
- Tribal Community: The Chenchu tribe is one of the major tribal communities that live in the ATR.
- Flora
- Amrabad is characterized by dry deciduous forests, primarily made up of sal, teak, bamboo, and acacia trees.
- The forest is rich in medicinal plants and shrubs, which have long been used by local tribes for traditional remedies.
- Fauna
- It is home to leopards and wild cats, along with herbivores like sambar deer, chital (spotted deer), nilgai (blue bull), wild boar, and the Indian bison (gaur).
- Over 303 bird species have been identified in this region. Some important groups include Eagles, Pigeons, Doves, Cuckoos, Woodpeckers, Drongos, etc.
Source: TOI
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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