1. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
- Muthanga |
Spread over avast area Muthanga is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Region. Located 18 kms East of Sultan Bathery, it is a rain forest reserve connected to two other major sanctuaries: Bandipur National Park (103kms.) in Karnataka and Mudumalai Sanctuary (123kms.)in Tamil Nadu.
The vegetation is predominantly moist deciduous forest with smaller stretches of swamps, teak forests, bamboo and tall grass. With such profuse and varied flora, this region hosts several rare herbs and medicinal plants.
With numerous watering holes, Muthanga has a large population of pachyderms,and has been declared a Project Elephant site. |
Other animals species include Leopards, Gaur, Sambar, Cheetal, Barking Deer, Hanuman Langur and Slender Loris. The reserve is also home to a small population of Tigers. In addition, there is also a bewildering variety of birds, butterflies and insects.
Distance:
Kalpetta:42kms. Sultan Bathery:17kms
1. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
- Tholpetty |
Tholpetty reserve is situated along the northern ridge of the district bordering Coorg in Karnataka. In terms of flora and fauna, Tholpetty is much similar to Muthanga.
The best season to visit both the sanctuaries is from November to May.
Distance:
Kalpetta:59kms.Mananthavadi:24 kms.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Wildlife Warden, Sultan Bathery
Tel +91 (0)4936 220454
Asst. Wildlife Warden, Tholpetty
(who can be contacted through the Divisional Forest Officer - North,
Tel +91 (0)4935 240233)
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