Achanakmar Tiger Reserve UPSC

  • The Achanakmar Tiger Reserve is located in Mungeli district of Chhattisgarh, India.
  • In 1975, Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary was established.
  • In 2005, Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve was created by Government of India. This biosphere reserve includes Achanakmar Tiger Reserve and the adjacent Amarkantak plateau.
  • In 2009, Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary declared as a Tiger Reserve under Project Tiger.
  • In 2012, Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve was recognized by UNESCO.
  • Area: The tiger reserve spans an area of 553.286 square kilometers (213.534 square miles).
  • Hills: The tiger reserve situated in the Maikal mountain range.
  • River: The Maniyari River passes through the Achanakmar Tiger Reserve.
  • Flora: Sal, Teak, Bamboo, Mahua, Terminalia species, Semal, Harra, Jamun, Amaltas etc.
  • Fauna: Bengal Tiger, Indian Leopard, Gaur, Striped Hyena, Sloth Bear, Ussuri Dhole, Chital, Sambar, Indian Grey Hornbill, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Indian Rock Python, Monitor Lizard etc.
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