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Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
land-locked district, Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas
of Kerala. Situated at an altitude of 450-748 mt above sea level, this sanctuary
occupies the forest land between the Cheruthoni river and the Periyar river.
This
sanctuary extends over the Thodupuzha and Udumpanchola taluks of Idukki district,
spreading over 77 sq. km and is about 450 - 748 m above sea level. The Idukki
Reservoir formed by three dams - Cheruthoni, Idukki and Kulamavu - extends to
33 sq km.
There is a scenic lake around the sanctuary, covered by an enchanting
canopy of tropical ever-green and deciduous trees, and offers boat rides. Elephants,
bisons, bear, wild boars, sambar wild dogs, jungle cats, tiger, wild boar etc
are seen here apart from various species of snakes including cobra, viper, kraits
and numerous non-poisonous ones. Birds include jungle fowl, myna, laughing thrush,
black bulbul, peafowl, woodpecker, kingfisher etc.
The wildlife here is
similar to that of Thekkady. This sanctuary lies adjacent to the world renowned
Idukki Arch Dam. The lake on the three sides of the sanctuary offers a panoramic
view to the tourists.
Animals: Elephant, bison, sambar deer, wild
dog, jungle cat, tiger, wild boar etc.
Snakes: Cobra, viper, krait and
a number of non poisonous snakes.
Birds: Jungle fowl, myna, laughing
thrush, black bulbul, peafowl, woodpecker, kingfisher etc.
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