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Bandli
Sanctuary
Other wildlife found over here includes
Himalayan Black Bear, common Palm Civet, Barking Deer, Goral, Indian
hare, Rhesus Macaque.
Chail is a hill station visited by
many tourists. The Deodar and Oak forests with grasslands around the
township are the abode of wildlife. Chail sanctuary was notified on 21st
March 1976 near Chail Town in District Shimla and covers an area of
10,854.36 hectares.
Churdhar peak, with height of 3,647m,
is the highest peak in outer Himalayas. It is like an Oasis of Alpine
area in an ocean of temperate forests. The view from Churdhar peak is
un-paralled. The sanctuary got its name from the Chur Peak, on the top
of which sits a majestic status of Lord Shiva. One is sure to come
across a large number of multi-coloured and agile Monals in the
adjoining forests. The total covered area of this sanctuary is 5616
hectares and this is notified on 15th November 1985. This is one of the
newest sanctuaries of the State. Now at the point of local extinction,
Churdhar still contains good habitat for Monals and other pheasants.
Other fauna includes Himalayan Black Bear, Barking Deer, Musk Deer,
Common Langur and Leopards but Musk Deer has been severely depleted by
hunting.
Daranghati sanctuary located in the
upper area of Shimla District, has undisturbed forest area with plenty
of wildlife and was notified on 27th March 1974. The total covered area
of this sanctuary is 16740 hectares. Fauna: Himalayan Black Bear,
Brown Bear, Himalayan Palm Civet, Barking Deer, Musk Deer, Flying Fox,
Goral, Indian Hare, Stripped Hyena, Himalayan Ibex, Leopard, Himalayan
yellow throated Marten, Serow, Blue Sheep, Common giant flying Squirrel
and Himalayan Weasel are the animals that are founf over here. This sanctuary is located in Parbati valley of Kullu district. Uphill walk along Garahan Nala from Kasol through dense majestic Deodar and Fir forests is enjoyable.
This sanctuary has large population of
Himalayan Thar in Himalayas and seeing this big goat on high mountain
cliffs is dream fulfillment of any wildlife lover. This lake sanctuary is a big attraction for migratory ducks from Siberian region during winter. One can see thousands of ducks in the swamp area between Shahnahar barrage and Pongdam and the surrounding shallow waters of the lake. Clean blue water all around with the panoramic view of Dhauladhar Ranges and Kangra Valley make the visit to Ransar Island an unforgettable experience. Fauna: In 1983, the Sagar was declared a wildlife sanctuary and over 2,20 species of bird belonging to 54 families have been sighted over the waters and the fringing mud-banks-these include black - headed gulls, plovers, terns, ducks, water-fowl and egrets. The land portion of the sanctuary has barking deer, sambar, wild borars, nilgai, leopards and claw-less others.
Twenty-seven species and sub-species of fish
belonging to six families have been recorded in the Sagar's waters. Some
of the important commercial varieties are - Labeo dero (Gid), Labeo
rohita, Labeo Calbasu, Tor putitora (Mahsir), and Mystus seenghala (Singhara).
Since 1976, fishing has been a major economic activity in the areas and
today, this provides employment to some 1,500 fishermen and the annual
catch is valued at over a corore rupees. This sanctuary has a very steep and rugged terrain away from habitation. This can be visited by travelling about 10 kms. on a kacha road Kararaghat (Shimla-Bilaspur- Highway) to Kashlog and then walking on foot from Kashlog.
Fauna: This sanctuary has the highest
concentration of Goral which can be seen in its natural habitat. This
sanctuary is reported to have the maximum population of endangered Cheer
pheasant. One has to stay in tents in the forest, Best season to visit
is the winters. This sanctuary is located in District Kullu's nearest town, Manali. The area of this sanctuary is 3,180 hectares. The sanctuary was notified on 26th February 1954, under the Punjab Birds and Wild Animals Protection Act, 1933. It forms the catchment of Manalsu Khad. A bridle path from Manali log huts/ Dhungri temple passes through dense Deodar, Kail, Horse chestnut, Walnut and Maple forests. Alpine lush green pastures and glaciers beyond Galant thatch are a romantic attraction for the enthusiastic but enduring visitors.
Fauna: One may see Musk deer, Monal
and Brown bear digging or ploughing the land and also pug marks with
scent of Leopard or Snow leopard. Those who venture up to snows can see
herds of Ibex in the glacier zone in summers. Other fauna in the
sanctuary include Himalayan Black Bear, Himalayan Palm Civet, Barking
Deer, Flying Fox, Goral, Indian Hare, Stripped Hyena, Leopard, Himalayan
yellow throated Marten, Serow, Kashmir flying Squirrel and Himalayan
Tahr. Pin Valley national park is situated in Lahual Spiti district. In this park there is a variety of rare animals such as wooly hare, Tibetan gazelle and snow Leopard. The entire area is a cold desert. It was declared National Park on 9th January 1987 and occupies an area of 67,500 hectares.
Fauna: Animals that are found in this
sanctuary includes Red Indian Fox, Tibetan Gazelle, Wooley Hare, Snow
Leopard, Himalayan Marmot, Himalayan Mouse-hare, Indian Hodgsoris
Porcupine, Blue Sheep and Wolf. In this area visitors come across large
herds of Ibex and Bharal. Snow leopards are also found in this park. The Pong Dam Lake is significant for a wildlife sanctuary with wild life species like Nilgai, Sambar, Barking Deer, Wild Buar, Clawless Otter, and Leapord. The reservoir is developed on a large scale for promoting water sports for tourists.
This lake sanctuary is a big attraction for
migratory ducks from Siberian region during winter. One can see
thousands of ducks in the swamp area between Shah Nahar barrage and Pong
Dam and the surrounding shallow waters of the lake.
Renuka sanctuary is situated at Renuka, which is an excursion from Nahan. Renuka Lake and the temples attract a large number of people from hills and plains. Forests and the catchments of the lake add to its beauty and attraction. Fauna: The Renuka Sanctuary also adds much to the ambience of the place. It is home to a large number of animals including Asiatic lions, spotted deer, lion tailed macaques, peacocks, nilgai or large grey Indian antelope, barking deer and Himalayan black bears. Around the place flutter thousands of gorgeous butterflies. There's a small aviary here, which houses a variety of waterbirds, red jungle fowl, black pheasant and peacock.
Adjoining the zoo is a big lion safari and
the Department of Forest provides an armoured van, which enters the
large enclosures allowing a closer glimpse of at least two dozen
well-bred lions. A tourist bungalow and cafeteria cater to visitors.
This sanctuary is located in Paonta Valley of Sirmour District. The area surrounding the sanctuary bears beautiful dense Sal forests with grassy glades. This is probably the most picturesque area of Shivaliks. There is a perennial stream in the area too.
Goral, Sambhar and Chittal can be easily
seen here. There are walking trails in the quiet adjoining forests.
Winter is the best season to visit this sanctuary. Great Himalayan National Park: The National Park with an area of 620 sq. km. is located in Kullu District and has the representative area of temperate and alpine forests of Himachal. It has some the virgin coniferous forests of the State. Vast areas of alpine pastures and glaciers cap this park. Fauna: This area has many important wildlife species of Western Himalayas, like Musk deer, Brown bear, Goral, Thar, Leopard, Snow leopard, Bharal, Serow, Monal, Kalij, Koklas, Cheer, Tragopan, Snow cock etc.
Trekking of Rakti-Sar, origin of Sainj River
and camping in alpine partures is unforgettable. Similar is the trekking
route to Tirath the origin of Tirthan River. Visitors can contact
Director, National Park at Shamshi or Range Officer wildlife at Sainj or
Range Officer Wild Life at Sai Ropa (Banjar) for assistance and
guidance. The forest department provides camping equipment and guides. |
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