Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

About Benog Wildlife Sanctuary:

• Location: It is situated about 11 kilometers from Mussoorie, a popular hill station in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.
• It was established in the year 1993 and is named after the highest peak in the area, Benog Hill, which rises to a height of 2,250 meters above sea level.
• It is a part of Rajaji National Park.
• It is located on a pine-clad slope and is surrounded by snowcapped peaks of the Himalayan ranges.
• Aglar River, a tributary of the Yamuna River flows through the sanctuary.
• Flora:
  • It is home to a variety of plant species, including oak and rhododendron forests.
  • It is surrounded by benedictory pines, old cedar trees, and medicinal plants that grow in large amounts in this area. 
• Fauna:
  • It is home to a variety of rare and common fauna, like the Himalayan goat, panther, leopard, deer, and bear.
  • The place is known for the rare species of birds that habitat in its area. The sanctuary is home to several species of exotic birds, such as the White Capped Water Red start and the Red Billed Blue Magpie, to name a few. 

Q1: Which are the main tributaries of the Yamuna River?

It is the longest river in India which does not directly flow to the sea. It has four main tributaries in the Himalayan region: Rishi Ganga, Hanuman Ganga, Tons and Giri. In the plains, the main tributaries are Hindon, Chambal, Sind, Betwa and Ken.

Source: 95 bird and 22 butterfly species spotted during 8th Uttarakhand bird festival at Benog