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of wilderness
and varieties of fauna. The important mammalian species include deer, ox, wild
boar, bear, hyena, panther, wild cat, sloth, monkey, Indian elephant, squirrel,
bat and dolphin. The common birds include cormorant, coot, openbill stork, kingfisher,
drongo, bulbul and weaver bird, besides dove, parrot, vulture, kite, quail and
hoopoe. |
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BHAGVAN MAHAVIR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY - MOLEM
Situated along the North-East border of Goa at Molem, about one-and-a-half
hours' journey from Panaji (60 kms.) along Panaji Belgaum National Highway,
the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife sanctuary covers 240 sq. kms. of thick forest
clad slopes of Western Ghats and its valleys and is the biggest of the
three sanctuaries of Goa. The sanctuary is rich in wildlife. It is a paradise
for bird watchers. Besides flora and fauna there are many important geological
and historical features in this sanctuary. Dudhsagar falls, about an hour's
journey from Colem by train, is a feast for the eyes. The "Devil canyon"
is another beautiful geological spot. The famous Tambdi Surla temple is
about 13 kms. from Molem. The Dept. of Tourism has built comfortable cottages
and dormitories for tourists. |
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The second largest of the three wildlife sanctuaries in Goa, with an area
of 105 sq. kms. is located at about 85 kms. from Panaji, 75 kms. from
the Dabolim airport ad 50 kms. from Margao in Canacona Taluka in South
Goa, nearly 3 kms. off the Panaji-Mangalore National Highway No. 17. It
is covered with dense forest and varied wildlife, avian fauna and reptiles.
The ancient Jeevottam Partagal Math, noted for Vedic studies, lies in
the vicinity of the sanctuary. Plans are afoot to develop eco-tourism
in this sanctuary at Hatipal Eco-Tourism Complex. There is nature interpretation
centre with mini library located in the eco-tourism complex. |
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SALIM ALI BIRD SANCTUARY - CHORAO, PANAJI
Spread over 1.78 sq. kms. and located at the western tip of the island
of Chorao along river Mandovi near Panaji, it is fully covered with mangrove
species. Varieties of local as well as migratory birds frequently visit
the area. This sanctuary can be visited any time of the year with the
permission of the Chief Wild Life Warden, Forest Department, Junta House,
Panaji, Goa. The sanctuary is approachable by walk after crossing over
by ferry from Raibandar to Chorao. There are some private parties who
take tourists around in their canoes fitted with outboard motors. |
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The Government has recently notified two additional wild life sanctuaries
viz., Model Wildlife Sanctuary at Valpoi and Netrarali Wildlife Sanctuary
at Sanguem. |
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