Benog Wildlife Sanctuary UPSC

  • The Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is located near the hill station of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand, India.
  • It is situated in the Garhwal Himalayas.
  • It is also known as the Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • It is a part of Rajaji National Park.
  • In 1993, the sanctuary was established.
  • Area: The Benog Wildlife Sanctuar covers an approximate area of 3.39 square kilometers (339 hectares).
  • Hills: It is named after the Benog Hill, which is a prominent feature within the sanctuary.
  • River: The Aglar River flow through the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary. Aglar River is a tributary of the Yamuna River.
  • Flora: Oak Tree, Rhododendrons, Cedar Trees, Pine Trees etc.
  • Fauna: Himalayan Black Bear, Leopard, Yellow-throated Marten, Himalayan Goral, Himalayan Weasel, Himalayan Palm Civet, Hill Partridge, Khalij Pheasant, Monitor Lizard, Himalayan Pit Viper, Himalayan Keelback, Himalayan Cobra etc.
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