Wildlife

This sanctuary has a very steep and rugged terrain. Cheer Pheasant away from habitation. This can be visited by travelling about 10 kms on a kacha road Kararaghat (Shimla-Bilaspur- Highway) to Kashlog and then walking on foot from Kashlog. This sanctuary has the highest concentration of Goral which can be seen in its natural habitat. This sanctuary is reported to have the maximum population of endangered Cheer pheasant. One has to stay in tents in the forest, Best season to visit is the winters.

This is a peasant / bird breeding centre where many of the rare Himalayan birds are bred. It is also called as Aviary of Himalayan birds and is situated amongst thick forest of pine and deodar trees.

The main attraction of this centre is the Himalayan Monal which is the official state bird of Himachal Pradesh which are bred here along with other species such as Koklass and Kaly.

Western Tagopharant, an endangered bird species locally named as Jajurana is found in India only in Sarahan.

The forest department maintains a small zoo at Rewalsar. Above Rewalsar, the 'Seven Lakes' are also of interest.

Spread over 400 hectares of wood and grass land surrounding the sacred and picturesque Renuka lake, this Wildlife Sanctuary despite its small size, harbours several species of deer like Chital, Sambhar and Barking Deer. The threatened Kaleej pheasant and the more common Red jungle fowl are also found here. The Renuka Lake and temple attract pilgrims from far and near. An added attraction is the lion safari. The sanctuary can be visited all the year round and is easily approachable from Chandigarh or Dehradun.

Around the lake is a small zoo that has Asiatic lions, spotted deer, Himalayan black bears, barking deer and other species.

12 km off the main Paonta Sahib - Nahan road, this is known for a variety of bird life. This forest reserve is a little over 10 km from Paonta Sahib on the road to Nahan. Nature lovers will be fascinated by the amazing array of flora and fauna found in the area. Bird watchers will also find the place very engaging because of the numerous species that can be easily spotted.

The ardent woodlands of Sal forests and the lush green grassy pastures of the Simbalwara Wildlife Sanctuary, situated near Nahan play host to a variety of avian guests. The bird life at the Sanctuary is a picturesque spectrum of colorful and many a migratory birds.

Characterised by dazzling high ridges, glaciers, deep gorges, alpine meadows and valleys with closed virgin forests, the Great Himalayan National Park with an altitudinal variation from 1,300m to 6,100m in Kullu district is one of the best destinations for Himalayan flora and fauna lovers. Supporting a diverse wildlife of over three hundred species of birds and over thirty species of mammals, the region was declared a national park in 1984.

This sanctuary starts about 2 km from Manali town. ItLeopard forms the catchment of Manalsu khad. A bridle path from Manali log huts/ Dhungri temple passes through dense Deodar, Kail, Horse chestnut, Walnut and Maple forests. Night stay in tents at Lambadug or Gallant thatch is an unforgettable experience. Alpine lush green pastures and glaciers beyond Galant thatch are a romantic attraction for the enthusiastic but enduring visitors. One may see Musk deer, Monal and Brown bear digging or ploughing the land and also pug marks with scent of Leopard or Snow leopard.

Himalayan National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Rich in flora and fauna, the Park has a good population of avian species. Some of the wildlife spotted here are musk deer, ibex, black and brown bears and pheasants. Enjoy a safari in the Himalayan National Park and satiate your thirst for wildlife.

30 km from Tabo. A 675 sq km valley at 3600 to 6000 m in Spiti, where the Siberian Ibex, snow leopard and pika roam.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ubinger/2080160325/in/photostream