Pambadum Shola National Park UPSC

  • Pambadum Shola National Park is located in the Idukki district of the state of Kerala in southern India.
  • It is known for its unique shola-grassland ecosystem.
  • In 1897, Pambadum Shola was declared as Reserve woodland by the Travancore Government to protect its unique shola-grassland ecosystem.
  • In 2003, Pambadum Shola was upgraded to the status of a national park.
  • Area: Park covers an area of approximately 11.753 Sq. Km (4.534 square miles).
  • Hills: The national park is a part of the Palani Hills.
  • River: Tbutaries of Pambar River flows through the park.
  • Tribe: Park is home to various indigenous communities:
    • Muthuvan Tribe
    • Hill Pulaya Tribe
  • Flora: Shola Forests, Grasslands etc.
  • Fauna: Nilgiri Marten, Lion tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Langur, Indian Wild Dogs, Elephants, Gaur, Nilgiri Wood-pigeon, Nilgiri Flycatcher, Malabar Pit Viper, Nilgiri Keelback etc.
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