Wildlife Sanctuaries in Assam

Nature has selflessly blessed Assam with profusion of charming splendor. With five national parks, two of which are designated World Natural Heritage Sites by UNESCO, and several wildlife and bird sanctuaries, Assam is an exalted land for wildlife buffs. The rich landscape of Assam with verdant hills and valleys divide by the magnificent Brahmaputra along with the tributaries is a home to several endangered species of animals and birds. The state houses several sanctuaries and national parks that are home to the various animals and avian species, namely Clouded Leopard, Hoolock Gibbon, Golden Langur,  White-Winged Woodduck, Pygmy Hog, Tiger, Hispid Hare and Swamp Deer.



 
Kaziranga National Park

Positioned alongside the mighty Brahmaputra River, the Kaziranga National Park covers an area of about 430 sq. km. and is the oldest national park of the state. This park is famous for the one horned rhinoceros, which is the state animal of Assam. Indian bison, Elephants, Swamp Deer, Tiger,  Hog Deer, Sambar,  Leopard, Sloth Bear, Leopard Cat, Hog Badger, Capped Langur, Jungle Cat, Hoolock Gibbon, Goose, Hornbill, Jackal, Cormorants, Fishing Eagle, Ibis, etc are some of the wildlife found in this national park. All these are joined by a number of migratory birds during winters.

Manas National Park

Manas National Park is a World Heritage site declared by the UNESCO and is one of the major attractions of the state. It is popular for being under project tiger. The scenic beauty and rare wealth of wild life combine with this unique world heritage site to offer one of the most enthralling experiences. The core area of Manas Park is 360 km. Manas is also noted for being the home to the rare golden langur. They are often spotted in the tall trees. Hispid Hare, Pigmy Hog and Golden Langur are some of the rare species of animals to be found in the park apart from the Tiger. Elephants, Rhinoceros, Wild Buffalo, Wild Boar, Sambar, Swamp Deer, Hog Deer are some of the animals which are easily spotted at this park. Come winter and Manas is full of Migratory birds like the Riverchats, Forktails, Cormorants and ducks like the Ruddy Shelduck. There are regular woodland birds like the Indian Hornbill and Pied Hornbill

Orang Wildlife Sanctuary

Often referred to as mini Kaziranga, Orang national park covers an area of 72 sq km and is positioned on the northern bank of Brahmaputra. This park is situated at a distance of 150 km from Guwahati and about 32 km from Tezpur.
 
Dibru-Saikhowa Wildlife Sanctuary

Famous for wild horses, the Dibru-Saikhowa Wildlife Sanctuary is a safe refuge for extremely rare white winged wood duck and many migratory birds. Prime attractions are wild horses known as Feral Horses. Margherita is located 14 km east of Digboi and is the hub of Tea Gardens, Plywood factories and coal mines. Namdapha National Park lies 100 km east of Digboi in Arunachal Pradesh beyond Margherita is a must-visit place with captivating natural beauty

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