Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary UPSC

  • The Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Sonbhadra and Mirzapur districts of southeastern Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • It is situated in the Kaimur Range of the Vindhya Hills.
  • In 1982, the Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary was established.
  • Area: The Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of approximately 1,345 square kilometers.
  • Hills: The Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Kaimur Hills, also known as the Kaimoor Range.
  • River: The Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary is traversed by the Son River. The Son River is a major tributary of the Ganges River.
  • Flora: Sal, Teak, Bamboo, Neem, Mahua, Peepal etc.
  • Fauna: Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Sambar Deer, Chitals, Four-Horned Antelope, Vulture (Gyps spp.), Egret, Indian Rock Python, Common Monitor Lizard etc.
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