Paramabikulam Wildlife Sanctuary

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Paramabikulam is like an oasis of peaceful greenery! It is located in a valley between the Ananmalai Ranges of Tamil Nadu state and the Nelliyampathy ranges of Kerala. Paramabikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the south east of Palakkad town. This wildlife sanctuary is spread over an area of near about 277 sq. km. Interesting point is, though the wildlife sanctuary is located in Kerala state, entry is from Tamil Nadu state!

In the Paramabikulam Wildlife sanctuary, one can find all types of vegetation of trees as well as wildlife. A tree is very important attraction of Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary, which includes a giant teak with near about 50m height. This teak tree is near about 360 years old. However, in the year 1994-95, Government of India has given Mahavriksha Puraskar (giant tree) to this abnormal tree.

Here, the climate in Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is hot and wet. This wildlife sanctuary receives an annual rainfall of near about 3645 mm. Moreover, the monsoon season in the Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary ranges from the months of June to July. During this period, weather remains charming and pleasant! Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is very well connected with the transport system of the large cities in Tamilnadu and Kerala. However, the nearest railways station to the Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is Pollachi Railway junction. This railway junction is situated at a distance of near about 62 kms. The nearest airport to Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is Coimbatore. Airport is situated at a distance of near about 55 kms.

Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala. This sanctuary is known for its rich and diverse variety of flora and fauna. This wildlife sanctuary also has many beautiful rivers, which includes Parambikulam, the Sholayar, and the Thekkady. Moreover, the vegetation of the Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary comprises of scattered patched of grasslands, thickly forest region, bamboos, sandalwoods, rose woods, teak, Kannimari teak. The Kannimari teak found here is known to be the tallest in Asia. For the visitors, visiting the trees is one of the prime attractions. Moreover, tree is also home to many of the hill tribes, which includes Malayars, Kudos amd Muthuvaas.

Wildlife or Fauna in the Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary includes Lion Tailed Macaque , Lion Tailed Macaque, Sambar, Bonnet Macaque, Nilgiri Langur, Nilgiri Tahr, Elephant, Tiger, Panther, Wild boar, Sloth Bear, Nilgiri Marten Small Travancore Flying Squirrel, Gaur, King Cobra, Kerala Sheildtail, Travancore Kukri Snake, Travancore Wolf Snake, Cochin Cane Turtle, Travancore Tortoise, Indian Day Gecko, Western Ghats Flying Lizard, Indian Rock Python, Malabar Pit Viper, Travancore Tortoise, South Indian Forest Ground Gecko, South Indian Rock Lizard, Mountain Skink, Mugger Crocodile, Varanus, Pond Terapin, Chameleon, Spectacled Cobra, Krait, Green keelback, Olivaceous Keelback, Western Rat Snake, Vine Snake, Lesser Adjutant Stork, Grey Headed Fish Eagle, Peninsular Bay Owl, Black Eagle, Black Capped Kingfisher, Great Indian Hornbill, Black Woodpecker, Broad Billed Roller, Great Pied Hornbill, Darter, Little Cormorant, etc.

Yeah! Parmabikulam wildlife sanctuary is waiting for you Plan your trip at the happening spot which is free from pollution and which is bliss for the nature lovers!