Cauvery South Wildlife Sanctuary
| Cauvery South Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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| Coordinates | 12°20′39″N 78°01′02″E / 12.34417°N 78.01722°E |
| Area | 686.4 km2 (265.0 sq mi) |
| Established | 2022 |
| Governing body | Tamil Nadu Forest Department |
Cauvery South Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The sanctuary covers an area of 686.4 km2 (265.0 sq mi) and was notified in 2022.[1]
Geography
The sanctuary connects the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary of Tamil Nadu with the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka and forms a large, contiguous network of protected areas for wildlife. The Nandimangalam-Ulibanda Corridor and the Kovaipallam-Anebiddahalla Corridor which are one of the largest elephant corridors also fall in this area.[1]
Fauna
The sanctuary is home to 35 species of mammals and238 species of birds. Major fauna includes Leith’s soft shelled turtles, Smooth coated otters, marsh crocodile, Grizzled giant squirrel, Four-horned antelope, and Lesser Fish Eagle.[1]
References
- ^ a b c "Tamil Nadu notifies Cauvery South Wildlife Sanctuary as state's 17th wildlife sanctuary". The New Indian Express. 10 November 2022. Retrieved 24 August 2023.
