Neora Valley National Park UPSC

  • Neora Valley National Park is located in Kalimpong district of West Bengal, India.
  • It is situated in the Eastern Himalayas.
  • This park is famous for its Red Panda population.
  • In 1961, the Neora Valley was declared a wildlife sanctuary.
  • In 1986, the Neora Valley Wildlife Sanctuary was upgraded to the status of a national park.
  • Area: It spreads over an area of 88 km2 (34 sq mi).
  • Hills: Some of the notable hills in and around the park:
    • Kalimpong Hills
    • Lava Hills
    • Tiffin Dara
    • Rachela Pass
    • Rishyap Hills
  • River: The park is named after the Neora River, which flows through it.
  • Flora: Rhododendrons, Oaks, Bamboo, Ferns, Orchids etc.
  • Fauna: Red Panda, Asiatic Black Bear, Sloth Bear, Clouded Leopard, Asian, Golden Cat, Serow, Sambar Deer, Brown Wood Owl, Black Eagle, Fire-tailed Sunbird, Green Pit Viper, Blind Snake etc.
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