Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary

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The Nagpur bench of Bombay high court recently sought responses from Maharashtra govt, forest authorities, and several resort operators over allegations of resort construction and commercial activities within the eco-sensitive zone surrounding Tipeshwar wildlife sanctuary.

About Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary

• It is located in the district of Yavatmal, Maharashtra.
• Spanning across 148.63 sq.km., the sanctuary derives its name from the nearby ‘Goddess Tipai’ shrine located in the Tipeshwar village.
• Mainly, the sanctuary sprawls amongst the Patanbori and Parwa Ranges of the Pandarkawad Forest Division.
• Four rivers—Purna, Krishna, Bhima, and Tapti—flow gracefully through the sanctuary, earning it the poetic title “Green Oasis of Eastern Maharashtra.”
• The land here is rich with basaltic soil, a remnant of ancient volcanic activity.
• The sanctuary is home to several villages whose inhabitants rely on the forest for their daily livelihoods.
• Flora: 
  • The forests of Tipeshwar primarily consist of Southern Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests, with Teak (Tectona grandis) dominating the landscape, covering nearly 60% of the area. 
  • Adding to the richness of the forest, red sandalwood (Pterocarpus santalinus) thrives here, a highly prized timber species known for its medicinal and commercial value. 
  • Other prominent trees that form a dense green canopy include Achar (Helicteres isora), Mahua (Madhuca longifolia), Lendia (Lagerstroemia parviflora), and Bhirra (Chloroxylon swietenia). 
• Fauna: 
  • The place shelters a wide array of animals that include Hyena, Chital, Black buck, Sambar, Jackal, Wild boar, Peacock, Monkey, Blue bull, Wild cat, Bear, and many more.
  • The sanctuary is also home to several species of birds, including the peafowl, grey junglefowl, Indian roller, and several species of raptors.

Source: TOI

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