Nagzira Wildlife sanctuary is located in the midst of the Tirora
ranges in the district of Bhandara.
The sanctuary covers a wide area of about
152.810square.kilometers.
152.810square.kilometers.
The sanctuary comprises of various hills along with various small lakes. There are various lakes
like Nagzira Lake, Balapur Lake, Murpar Lake, Rengepar Lake, Chorkhamara Lake,Badbadya Lake, Lendezari Lake, Thadezari
Lake, Bodalkasa Lake and many more. All these lakes act as a
good source of water and also enhance the beauty of the
ambience.
Flora:-
The sanctuary abounds in natural vegetation cover that mainly comprises of southern tropical dry
deciduous forests.
The presence of various water bodies in the area makes the
place a good agricultural area.
place a good agricultural area.
Some of the chief species of trees found here include Dhavda,
Tinsa, Surya, Ain, Bija, Tendu Garari, Teak, Bamboo etc.
Tinsa, Surya, Ain, Bija, Tendu Garari, Teak, Bamboo etc.
Fauna:-
The sanctuary offer shelters to around 34 species of mammals
that include Tigers, Panthers,Leopards, Bison's, Sloth Bears,
Sambar, Four-Headed Antelope, Blue Bull, Chital, Barking
that include Tigers, Panthers,Leopards, Bison's, Sloth Bears,
Sambar, Four-Headed Antelope, Blue Bull, Chital, Barking
Deers, Mouse Deers, Civet Cats, Jackals, Jungle Cats, SpottedHyena, and Hare.
How To Reach:-
By Rail: - Nearest railway station is Gondia at 45-km from the
sanctuary.
sanctuary.
By air :- Nearest airport is Shegaon Nagpur at 122-km from the sanctuary.
By road: - Nearest bus stand is Sakoli at 22-km on the Nagpur-Calcutta National Highway.
Location:- The sanctuary is situated in the hills of Tirora that
falls under the district of Bhandara in Vidarbha region.
falls under the district of Bhandara in Vidarbha region.
Area Covered:- 152.810square.kilometers
Best Time To Visit :- April to May
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