National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Kerala

“God's Own Country”, Kerala is a beautiful state that is one of the hottest destinations in India among travelers. Blessed with natural bounties, Kerala is dotted with natural pulchritude. The state is bestowed with vast coastline, palm fringed exotic sea beaches, exciting backwaters, sedating hill stations and rejuvenating Ayurveda centers. But among these one more thing that makes Kerala a very special state is the rich Wildlife of the Wildlife Reserves here.

Wildlife Tours in Kerala : Kerala beckons all the wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers to come and soak themselves in the ecstasy of exotic species of rich wildlife. The lands of the state is dotted with tropical forests that are a haven for many species of animals and plants. And this is what attracts the travelers to Kerala. The wild animals both coy and hostile will offer you some rare scenes of their residence in their natural habitat.

Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries of Kerala


Some of the famous wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala are as follows:

a) Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
b) Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
c) Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
d) Pappara Wildlife Sanctuary
e) Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
f) Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
g) Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
h) Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary


Wildlife of Kerala:

Animals : These wildlife Sanctuaries of Kerala abound in a variety of species of flora and fauna. You will find all kinds of animals and birds here. Some of the common animals of all the sanctuaries include

Elephants, Wild dogs, Gaur, Sloth bears, Deer, Sambar, Wild boars, Malabar giant squirrel, Jungle cats, Leopards, Lion tailed macaques, Tigers, Flying squirrel, Langur, Spotted deer, Tiger, Nilgiri Tahrs, Panthers and many more species of animals are present.


Reptiles

The wildlife of Kerala also comprises of reptile like:

Poisonous and non poisonous snakes, Frogs, Crocodiles, Turtles, Tortoises, Vine snake, Rat snakes

Lizards etc.

Birds : Many birds will welcome you to the alluring Wildlife Sanctuaries.
The bird population include

Owls, Cuckoo, Egret, Pea fowls, Peacocks, Grey jungle fowls, Bee eaters, Blank winged kites, Water Duck etc

So plan your trip to Kerala soon and I 'll catch you up there for the exciting wildlife tours.