The
gentle Hills of the Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary are positioned in between the
northern Sahyadri range and the western coast of India. The sanctuary represents a coastal
woodland ecosystem of Western Ghats, which
makes the habitat very rich and offers a serene experience to visitors.
Extending
over an area of about 53 sq. kilometres, the sanctuary supports the panther,
sambar deer, wild boar, barking deer and hyena. The main attraction of the Phansad
Wildlife Sanctuary, however, is the beautiful Giant Indian Squirrel, but given
its shy disposition, catching a glimpse is not an easy prospect.
Those keen on trekking can explore a nature trail located at Supegaon and visit
the Nature Interpretation Centre at Majgaon. Some of the plants which are found
in the Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary are Ain, Kinjal, Teak, Hirda, Jamba, Mango,
Ficus and many more.
And
if wildlife and treks aren’t the adrenalin rush you’re looking for then the
sanctuary offers yet another leisure activity – bird watching. The Phansad
Wildlife Sanctuary is regarded as a bird’s paradise and includes a large number
of bird species like the Malabar Pied Hornbill, the Black Eagle, the Yellow
Footed Green Pigeon, the Pompadour Green Pigeon, the Forest Wagtail, the Asian
Paradise Flycatcher, the Brahmini Kite, the Spotted Owlet, the Golden Oriole,
the Iora, the Plum-headed Parakeet and many more. Another fascinating feature
about the sanctuary is that around 71 species of butterflies are found
here.
The
sanctuary offers a perfect vacation option for all nature lovers and those
simply looking to just get away from the rush of city life. Visit anytime
between October to April for a truly pleasant experience accompanied by
wonderful weather.
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