Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary UPSC

  • The Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Nainital district of the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
  • It is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas.
  • It is a part of Terai Arc Landscape.
  • In 2012, Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary was officially established.
  • Area: Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of approximately 269 square kilometers (104 square miles).
  • Since 2002, Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary area has been a part of the Shivalik Elephant Reserve.
  • River: Nandhaur river flows through Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Flora: Sal, Khair, Sheesham, Bamboo, Teak, Semal, Mahua etc.
  • Fauna: Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, Barking Deer, Sloth Bear, Himalayan Black Bear, Indian Pangolin, Red Junglefowl, Himalayan Bulbul, Hill Partridge, Indian Python, Russell’s Viper etc.
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