Udanti- Sitanadi Tiger Reserve

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Recently, a rare Indian giant flying squirrel, a native of Western Ghats, was found in the Udanti- Sitanadi tiger reserve (USTR) in Chhattisgarh.

About Udanti- Sitanadi Tiger Reserve

• Location: It is located in the state of Chhattisgarh.
• It was established by joining the regions represented by Sitanadi and Udanti wildlife sanctuaries. 
• Rivers: The drainage system of the reserve consists of the Mahanadi as the main river, along with the Udanti, Sitanadi, Indravan, and Pairi Rivers as tributaries.
• The location of the reserve is strategic since it also connects with the Kanker and North Kondagaon forest divisions, forming a contiguous forest corridor to Indravati Tiger Reserve in the Bastar region.
• There are 19 named mountains in the reserve. Deo Dongri is the highest point. The most prominent mountain is Atānga Dongar.
• Vegetation: The forest type here is predominantly tropical dry and moist deciduous.
• Flora: The forest is dominated by Sal (Shorea robusta), which forms dense patches across the landscape. 
  • Alongside, species such as Teak (Tectona grandis), Bamboo, Tendu, Mahua, Bija, and Harra contribute to the green diversity of the region.
• Fauna: It is home to the last few herds of the highly endangered Wild Buffalo.
  • Apart from the tiger, other endangered and rare species are the Indian Wolf, Leopard, Sloth Bear, and Mouse Deer.

Source: DC

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