Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary Latest News

The state government's move to build a village for tribals in the buffer zone of Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary has raised questions over their safety, besides concerns over fueling wildlife conflicts.

About Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

• It is nestled in the Western Ghats in the Kodagu district of Karnataka.
• It covers an area of about 181 sq.km.
• The sanctuary gets its name from the highest point, the Brahmagiri peak, which is 1607 m in height.
• Rivers: The Lakshmana Tirtha River originates in the sanctuary and is a tributary of the Cauvery River.
• Terrain: The area is generally of undulating terrain with several steep valleys and hillocks. 
• Flora: 
  • The primary vegetation of the sanctuary includes evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, shoal forest patches in grasslands, and bamboos.
  • It is surrounded by coffee and cardamom plantations.
• Fauna: 
  • It is the home of the lion-tailed macaque, which is a rare and endangered species. 
  • Tiger, elephants, bonnet macaque, common langur, barking deer, mouse deer, Malabar giant squirrel, giant flying squirrel, and Indian Gaur are the big mammals commonly found here.

Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary FAQs

Q1. In which state is Brahmagiri located?

Ans. Brahmagiri is located in the state of Karnataka.

Q2. What is the Speciality of Brahmagiri hills?

Ans. The Brahmagiri Hills are a part of the Western Ghats and are known for their scenic beauty, biodiversity, trekking trails, and religious significance.

Q3. Which river flows from Brahmagiri?

Ans. The Lakshmana Tirtha River (tributary of the Cauvery River) originates from the Brahmagiri Hills.

Source: DH