Nagzira Wildlife
sanctuary lies in Tirora Range of Bhandara Forest Division, in Bhandara
district of Vidarbha region covering an area of 152.810-sq-km. The
sanctuary is enclosed in the arms of the nature and adorned with
exquisite landscape. The sanctuary consists of a range of hills with
small lakes within its boundary. These lakes not only guarantee a source
of water to wildlife throughout the year, but also greatly heighten the
beauty of the landscape.
Flora
The land
vegetation of this sanctuary has diverse type of vegetation ranging from
dry mixed forests to moist forest. The forest type is Southern Tropical
Dry Deciduous Forests. The numerous lakes in the sanctuary make it
important in agricultural point of view. Some of the lakes are Nagzira
Lake, Chorkhamara Lake, Bodalkasa Lake, Rengepar Lake, Murpar Lake,
Lendezari Lake, Malutola Lake, Thadezari Lake, Balapur Lake, Badbadya
Lake, etc. These lakes area also important for the fishing purposes. The
flora includes major tree species, small trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses
and a few under-shrubs. Major trees are Ain, Dhavda, Bija, Garari, Tinsa,
Tendu and Surya. Teak grows sparsely while Bamboos grow plentifully.
Fauna
T
he
forests provide ideal conditions of harborage to a variety of birds and
animals. The animals commonly spotted are Tigers, Panthers, Leopards,
Bison's, Sloth Bears, Sambar, Four-Headed Antelope, Blue Bull, Chital,
Barking Deers, Mouse Deers, Civet Cats, Jackals, Jungle Cats, Spotted
Hyena, and Hare. Among the birds that are prominent and commonly seen
are Peafowl, the Grey Jungle Fowl and the Red Spur Fowl.
The habitats of
sanctuary include 34 species of mammals, 166 species of birds, 36
species of reptiles, 4 species of amphibia, and number of fishes. The
invertebrate fauna includes, besides a number of insects and ant
species, 49 species of butterflies.
Nearby
Attractions
Nearby
attractions include Nawegaon National Park at 50-km; Itiadoh Dam at
65-km; Tibetian camp at Gothangaon at a distance of 60-km; Pratapgad at
70-km; and Dongargad in the state of Madhya Pradesh at 100-km.
Best Time To
Visit
The Best Time To
Visit to visit is during April - May as the sanctuary remains closed
from 16th June to 30th September. The visitors are charged for entry
fee, vehicle fee and camera fee. Timings to visit the sanctuary are: 1st
October to 31st January: 07.00 am. to 6.00 pm. 1st February to 15th
June: 07.00 am. to 7.00 pm.
HOW TO GET
THERE
Air: Nearest
airport is Shegaon Nagpur at 122-km from the sanctuary.
Rail: Nearest railway station is Gondia at 45-km from the sanctuary.
Road: Nearest bus stand is Sakoli at 22-km on the Nagpur-Calcutta
National Highway.
WHERE TO STAY
Rest houses are
available for accommodation at the Sanctuary. To name a few Nilay Rest
house, Log Hut Rest house, Madhukunj Rest house, Latakunj Rest house,
Tents sites, etc.
