Gorumara National Park UPSC

  • Gorumara National Park is located in the Malbazar subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, in the state of West Bengal, India.
  • It is situated in the Dooars Region of the Himalayan foothills.
  • Gorumara National Park is known for its population of Indian rhinoceros.
  • In 1895, Gorumara was officially declared a reserve forest.
  • In 1949, Gorumara was designated as a Wildlife Sanctuary due to its significant breeding population of Indian rhinoceros.
  • In 1992, Gorumara attained the status of a National Park.
  • In 2009, Gorumara National Park received prestigious recognition as the best among the protected areas in India.
  • Area: It covers an area of approximately 79.99 km2 (30.88 sq mi).
  • River: The most prominent river flowing through the park are:
    • Murti River
    • Raidak River
    • Jaldhaka River
  • Lake: A man-made reservoir called the Ramsai Lake, also known as Gorumara Lake or Gorumara Reservoir, located in close proximity to the park.
  • Flora: Sal, simul, khair, teak, shisham, silk cotton tree, Indian trumpet flower, Indian coral tree, elephant grass, spear grass, orchids etc.
  • Fauna: Indian Rhinoceros, Leopard, Gaur, Asian Elephant, Sloth Bear, Chital, Sambar Deer, Hog Deer, Wild Boar, Giant Squirrels, Hispid Hare, Indian Hornbill, Brahminy Duck, Indian Python, Monitor Lizards, Tortoises and Turtles etc.
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