Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Coorg district of Karnataka. It is spread over an area of 97.5 sq km. The sanctuary was established in 1978. It is home to a variety of wildlife species. Some of the prominent wildlife species found in the sanctuary are elephants, tigers, leopards, gaur, sambar, chital, barking deer, sloth bear, bonnet macaque, lion-tailed macaque, etc.

 

The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is also home to a variety of bird species. Some of the prominent bird species found in the sanctuary are Malabar pied hornbill, Malabar grey hornbill, white-bellied woodpecker, Ceylon frogmouth, etc.

 

The sanctuary is a popular tourist destination. It offers a variety of attractions such as wildlife sightings, trekking trails, nature trails, etc.

The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife enthusiasts.