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Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary
The Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its dense forest. The Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is a natural hub of many species of trees and other wildlife. The presence of the River Koyna makes the sanctuary even more enjoyable. The perfect combination of water and forest make it a unique place to visit.
Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary – Introduction
Covering an area of little above 426 square kilometers across Vasota, Maharkhor, and Indavli Met, the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is a place to visit if one wants to get the view the best of aerial life in a compact package. It is located in the Satara district of Maharastra. It is endowed with some natural boundaries; the Shivsagar Lake and the majestic Western Ghat. It is alos the home to a number of endangered species such as Boswellia serrata, Euphorbia longan, and Elaeocarpus spp.
Wildlife in Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary
The variety of wildlife in the Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is really amazing. The commonly found flora in Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is dominantly the tropical dry deciduous forest. The major flora found in Koyna Wildlife sanctuary includes Bel, kalam, Khair, asana, Salaia, kulu, Salai, Aola, Khair, mango, Terminenalia species, Bamboo, Bahada Moha, umbar, Babul, Bija, Tendu,nana, Hiwar, Teude, Sal, Teak, Tendu, Koshimb, Dhawda, Casia Auriculata, Dhawada, etc.
The Koyna Wildlife Wildlife Sanctuary is well-known for its population of four-horned antelope and the barking deer. The other fauna in Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is also quite remarkable. The most commonly found species of animals include Samber, Barking deer, Bear, Wild Boar, Wild Dog, Blue Bull, Hyaena, Chinkara, Jungle Fowl, and many more.
Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary- Tourist Information
Climate –
The climate here in Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is hot and wet. It receives quite a bit of rainfall during the monsoons, which ranges form mid-June to September.
Best time to visit
The best Time to visit Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is from the month of October to the month of June. The climate during this period remains predictable and comfortable.
Getting There
By Air
The nearest airport to Koyna Wildlife sanctuary is the Kolhapur airport which is at a distance of only 65 kilometers.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is the Kolhapur Railway Junction. It is located just 60 kilometers from Koyna Wildlife sanctuary.
By Road
The nearest Bus station to the Koyna wildlife sanctuary sanctuary is Radhanagari, which is situated only 55 kilometers away on the Kolhapur-Deogarh state highway.
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