Sirohi (Shirui) National Park UPSC

  • Sirohi National Park is located in the Ukhrul district of the state of Manipur, India.
  • The park is nestled in the Eastern Himalayas.
  • The park is named after the Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae), a rare and endangered flower species that is found in the park.
  • The Shirui Lily is endemic to the Ukhrul district of Manipur, India.
  • In 1982, Sirohi National Park was established to safeguard the habitat of the Shirui Lily and other flora and fauna species in the region.
  • In 1989, the Shirui Lily was officially recognized as the state flower of Manipur.
  • Area: The park covers an area of approximately 41 square kilometers (16 square miles).
  • Hills: Sirohi (Shirui) National Park is located in the Shirui Kashong Range (2,835 meters) of Eastern Himalayas.
  • Tribe: The park is home to the Tangkhul Naga tribe, one of the indigenous communities of Manipur.
  • Flora: Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae), Oak Trees, Rhododendrons, Magnolias, Coniferous Trees etc.
  • Fauna: Tiger, Leopard, Wild Boar, Deer, Antelopes, Blyth’s Tragopan, Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant , Manipur Bush Quail, Indian Rock Python, Common Indian Monitor, Indian Chameleon etc.
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